CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF EDUCATION
DATE: July 7, 2020
KIND OF MEETING: RE‐ORGANIZATION & REGULAR MEETINGS
LOCATION: Administration Central Office Board Room
630 66th Street
Niagara Falls, NY
MEMBERS PRESENT: Dr. R. Barstys, E. Bass, Mr. Bilson, Mr. Cancemi, Mrs. Dunn, Mr. Kudela, Mr. Paretto, Mr. Petrozzi, Mr. Vilardo.
MEMBERS EXCUSED: None
1. Call to Order by Mrs. Glaser. 2. Motion to approve temporary chair.
Motion to appoint Angelo Massaro temporary chair.
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Nicholas Vilardo.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Clara Dunn, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
3. Appointment of District Clerk/Oath of Office to Judith Glaser administered by Mr. Massaro. On a motion made by Mr. Petrozzi and seconded by Mr. Cancemi. All in favor. RESOLVED, That Judith Glaser be reappointed District Clerk at the salary in the budget subject to any salary adjustments as approved by the Board of Education.
3.01 Administration of Oath to Re‐Elected or Newly Elected Board Member(s) Oath of Office (Re‐Elected or Newly Elected Board Member and Superintendent) administered to Mr. Petrozzi, Mrs. Dunn, and Mr. Bilson by Mrs. Glaser.
Election of Officers
3.02 President of the Board
President of the Board Mr. Petrozzi nominated Mr. Cancemi to serve as President. With no other nominations, Mr. Bilson motioned, and Mr. Petrozzi seconded that the Clerk cast one ballot for Mr. Cancemi. Eight in favor with Mr. Vilardo opposed. Mrs. Glaser swore in Mr. Cancemi.
3.03 Vice President of the Board
Mr. Paretto nominated Dr. Barstys to serve as Vice President. With no other nominations, Mr. Petrozzi motioned, and Mr. Bass seconded that the Clerk cast one ballot for Dr. Barstys. All in favor. Mrs. Glaser swore in Dr. Barstys.
On a motion made by Mr. Petrozzi and seconded by Mr. Kudela, Items 4.01‐ 4.08 were approved: Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
4. Appointments
4.01 Internal Claims Auditor RESOLVED, That Denise Kolber, Consultant, be appointed to the position of Internal Claims Auditor for the period July 1, 2020, through June 30, 2021 at a rate of $36.05 per hour not to exceed $32,500 and subject to further terms and conditions of Contract concluded with District. 4.02 Third Party Administrator for the District’s Unemployment Insurance Program
RESOLVED, That N.E.C. be appointed as Third‐Party Administrator for the District’s Unemployment Insurance Program for the period July 1, 2020, through June 30, 2021.
4.03 Employees Having Access to Records of Handicapped Children
RESOLVED, That Cheryl Meteer, Teacher on Special Assignment, shall assume responsibility for ensuring the confidentiality of such information for the period July 1, 2020, through June 30, 2021; and
RESOLVED, That instructional employees of the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls may examine and inspect the records of individual handicapped students with whom they are working to the extent necessary for the due performance of their instructional duties with respect to such students, subject to the approval and permission of the building administrator; and
RESOLVED, That, likewise subject to the approval and permission of the building administrator, members of the nursing and clerical staff designated by the building administrator may also have access to such records as necessary to the due performance of their duties.
4.04 Public Records Access Officer
RESOLVED, That the Administrator for Human Resources, Maria Massaro be appointed Public Records Access Officer for the period July 1, 2020, through June 30, 2021, with no additional compensation.
4.05 Records Management Officer
RESOLVED, That the District Clerk, Judith Glaser, be appointed Records Management Officer for the period July 1, 2020, through June 30, 2021, without additional compensation.
4.06 School District Treasurer
RESOLVED, That Rebecca A. Holody be appointed School District Treasurer for the period July 1, 2020, through June 30, 2021.
4.07 Tax Collector RESOLVED, That Administrator for School Business Services, Joseph A. Giarrizzo, be appointed as School District Tax Collector with no additional compensation.
4.09 Medicaid Compliance Officer
RESOLVED, That Maria Massaro, Administrator for Human Resources is designated the Medicaid Compliance Officer for the period of July 1, 2020, through June 30, 2021.
Items 5.01 – 5.07 were approved on a motion made by Anthony F Paretto, second by Ronald J Barstys. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson 5. Designations 5.01 Official Bank Depositories
RESOLVED, That the Board of Education designate, Manufacturers and Traders Trust Company, Wilmington Trust, Evans Bank, and J.P. Morgan Chase Manhattan Bank, N.A., as Official Bank Depositories for all school funds for the period July 1, 2020, through June 30, 2021; and be it further
RESOLVED, That the maximum amount which may be
deposited in any Official Bank Depository shall not exceed $100
million dollars; and be it further
RESOLVED That Rebecca Holody, School District Treasurer and the Administrator for School Business Services are hereby jointly and/or separately authorized to sign checks and/or execute other documents which may be required for the transaction of Niagara Falls City School District business with the depositories herein named.
5.02 Transfer Agent for Debt Service
RESOLVED, That the Board of Education designate Manufacturers and Traders Trust Company, Wilmington Trust, Dormitory Authority of State of New York, Bank of New York Mellon, and Depository Trust Company of New York, New York as Transfer Agents for Debt Service for the period July 1, 2020, through June 30, 2021.
5.03 Municipal Bond Consultant
RESOLVED That designation herein is subject to conclusion of an appropriate agreement for payment of fee when required which shall contain terms and conditions acceptable to the Superintendent and School District Attorney.
5.04 Bonding Attorneys
RESOLVED, That the Board designate the law firm of Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP as bonding attorneys with no annual retainer fee for the period July 1, 2020, through June 30, 2021.
5.05 Official Newspaper
RESOLVED, That the Niagara Gazette be designated as the Board of Education Official Newspaper for the period July 1, 2020, through June 30, 2021; and
RESOLVED, That, any official notices required by law be published in the Niagara Gazette in accordance with legal requirements.
5.06 Regular Monthly Meetings
RESOLVED, That the Niagara Falls Board of Education will hold its regular meetings for the 2020‐2021 school year at 7:00 p.m. on the fourth Thursday of each month; and
RESOLVED, That the only exceptions to the stated schedule are July 7, November 19, 2020, December 17, 2020, and April 27, 2021 (full schedule to be posted on District website at www.nfschools.net)
4. 7. Board Representative – Selection of Impartial Hearing Officers A RESOLVED, That, in order to expedite the appointment process, the Board of Education designates the Board President to appoint the IHO on behalf of the Board. 5. Authorizations Items 6.01 and 6.02 were adopted on a motion by Paul Kudela, second by Earl F Bass.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
6.01 Purchasing Agent
RESOLVED, That the Board of Education authorize Collis Earl Smeal to perform the duties of Purchasing Agent for the period July 1, 2020, through June 30, 2021, with no additional compensation provided.
6.02 Certification of Payrolls
RESOLVED, That this Board of Education authorize the Administrator for Human Resources and the Administrator for School Business Services to certify payrolls for the period July 1, 2020, through June 30, 2021, with no additional compensation provided.
7. Purchasing Procedures Policy
Item 7.01 was adopted on a motion made by Ronald J Barstys, second by Anthony F Paretto.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
RESOLVED, That the District will use the Purchasing Procedures Policy for the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls, as approved on June 24, 2010, and described as Policy 2010‐5410.
8. Adjournment
Motion to adjourn.
Motion by Paul Kudela, second by Ronald J Barstys.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
6 pm ‐ Regular Board Meeting (Tuesday, July 7, 2020)
Generated by Judie Glaser on Tuesday, July 21, 2020
Members present
Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Meeting called to order at 6 p.m.
1. Agenda Review Session
Information: 1.01 ARS Topics ‐ None
Information: 1.02 Agenda ‐ Regular Board Meeting
2. Call to Order
Information: 2.01 Pledge of Allegiance
Information: 2.02 Prayer
Information: 2.03 Roll Call
3. Letters and Communications
Information: 3.01 Oral Communications ‐ Public Comment
Information: 3.02 Written Communications
4. Recommended Actions ‐ Routine Items
Action: 4.01 Minutes ‐ June
Motion to approve the minutes of June 2020.
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Paul Kudela.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 4.02 None.
Action, Information: 4.03 Bid ‐ Approval of Bid No. 2 of School Year 20/21– Maintenance Barn Selective Demolition: Mark Cerrone
Motion to approve Bid No. 2 of School Year 20/21–
Maintenance Barn Selective Demolition: Mark Cerrone
Motion by Paul Kudela, second by Anthony F Paretto.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action, Information, Discussion, Report, Receive and File: 4.04 Treasurer's Report ‐ None
Information, Discussion, Report, Receive and File: 4.05 Budget Status Report ‐ None
Action: 4.06 Personnel Report ‐ Certificated with addendum.
Motion to approve Certificated Report with addendum.
Approval of Personnel Report for Certificated Staff
Motion by Russell Petrozzi, second by Anthony F Paretto.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 4.07 Personnel Report ‐ Classified
Approval of the Personnel Report for Classified Staff
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Russell Petrozzi.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 4.08 Committee on Special Education Report ‐ None
Action: 4.09 Committee on PreSchool Special Education Report
Approval of Committee on PreSchool Special Education Report
Motion by Paul Kudela, second by Russell Petrozzi.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action, Information, Discussion, Receive and File: 4.10 Short‐Term Contract(s) 1. Niagara University Virtual College; 15 days; $4500; F2110 404 098 1921; F2110 404 098 6621
Motion to approve Short‐Term Contracts
1. Niagara University Virtual College; 15 days; $4500; F2110 404 098 1921; F2110 404 098 6621
Motion by Earl F Bass, second by Russell Petrozzi.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
5. Unfinished Business
Information: 5.01 None
6. New Business
Action: 6.01 Approval of Members of the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls, New York’s Audit Committee 2020‐2021, as amended.
Motion to approve Members of the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls, New York’s Audit Committee 2020‐2021
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Ronald J Barstys.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 6.02 Approval of School Lunch Budget 2020‐2021
Motion to approve School Lunch Budget 2020‐2021
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Ronald J Barstys.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 6.03 Approval of Calendar of Board Activities for the Preparation of the General Fund Budget— 2020‐2021
Approval of Approval of Calendar of Board Activities for the Preparation of the General Fund Budget— 2020‐2021
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Earl F Bass.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 6.04 Approval of Resolution to Confirm Tax Rolls, Authorize Tax Levy, and Issuance of Tax Warrant—2020‐2021
Approval of Approval of Resolution to Confirm Tax Rolls, Authorize Tax Levy, and Issuance of Tax Warrant—2020‐2021
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Earl F Bass.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 6.05 Approval of Fee Schedule for the Community Use of School Facilities – 2020 ‐ 2021
Approval of Fee Schedule for the Community Use of School Facilities – 2020 ‐ 2021
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Earl F Bass.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 6.06 Approval of the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls Medicaid Compliance Program Including Approval of the Appointment of Medicaid Compliance Officer, Medicaid Code of Ethics Policy and Policy of Non‐Intimidation and Non‐Retaliation for Good Faith Participation in Medicaid Compliance Program
Approval of Approval of the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls Medicaid Compliance Program Including Approval of the Appointment of Medicaid Compliance Officer, Medicaid Code of Ethics Policy and Policy of Non‐Intimidation and Non‐Retaliation for Good Faith Participation in Medicaid Compliance Program
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Earl F Bass.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 6.07 Approval of List of Impartial Hearing Officers for Students With Disabilities for the 2020/2021 School Year
Approval of List of Impartial Hearing Officers for Students With Disabilities for the 2020/2021 School Year
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Paul Kudela.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 6.08 Approval of Surrogate Parent(s) for Disabled Children for 2020/2021 School Year
Approval of Surrogate Parent(s) for Disabled Children for 2020/2021 School Year
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Paul Kudela. Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 6.09 Approval of Appointments to the Committee on Preschool Special Education for 2020/2021 School Year
Approval of Appointments to the Committee on Preschool Special Education for 2020/2021 School Year
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Paul Kudela.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 6.10 Approval of Appointments to the Committee on Special Education for 2020‐2021 School Year
Approval of Appointments to the Committee on Special Education for 2020‐2021 School Year
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Paul Kudela.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 6.11 Approval of Appointment of the Dignity Act Coordinator(s) in Accordance of Article 2 of New York State Education Law, the Dignity for All Students Act and Pursuant to New York State Education Law Sections 10 – 18 Approval of Appointment of the Dignity Act Coordinator(s) in Accordance of Article 2 of New York State Education Law, the Dignity for All Students Act and Pursuant to New York State Education Law Sections 10 – 18
Motion by Paul Kudela, second by Anthony F Paretto.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 6.12 Approval of Renewal of Retainer Agreement Between the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls, New York, and Angelo Massaro DBA Hovey & Massaro as School District Attorney 2020‐ 2021
Approval of Approval of Renewal of Retainer Agreement Between the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls, New York, and Angelo Massaro DBA Hovey & Massaro as School District Attorney 2020‐ 2021
Motion by Paul Kudela, second by Anthony F Paretto.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 6.13 Approval of Renewal of Retainer Agreement Between the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls, New York, and James C. Roscetti of Roscetti & Decastro, PC as Deputy School District Attorney 2020‐2021
Motion to approve renewal of Retainer Agreement Between the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls and James C. Roscetti of Roscetti & Decastro, PC as Deputy School District Attorney 2019‐ 2020
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Paul Kudela.
Action: 6.14 Renewal of Appointment of Dr. Jo A Silvaroli as Director of School Health Services—2020‐ 2021
Approval of Renewal of Appointment of Dr. Jo A Silvaroli as Director of School Health Services—2020‐ 2021
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Paul Kudela.
Action: 6.15 Approval of Renewal of Agreement with National Employers Council, Inc. (NEC) to Act as a Third Party Administrator for the District's Unemployment Insurance Program ‐‐ 2020‐2021
Motion to approve Approval of Renewal of Agreement with National Employers Council, Inc. (NEC) to Act as a Third Party Administrator for the District's Unemployment Insurance Program ‐‐ 2020‐2021
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Rob Bilson.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 6.16 Approval of Amendment to the Renewed Agreement Between the Board of Education and Western New York Occupational Health, LLC 2020‐2021
Approval of Amendment to the Renewed Agreement Between the Board of Education and Western New York Occupational Health, LLC 2020‐2021
Motion by Paul Kudela, second by Anthony F Paretto.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 6.17 Approval of Renewal of Agreement Between the School District of the City of Niagara Falls, New York and Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center for Physical Rehabilitation Services for Students Participating in Athletic Programs—2020‐2021
Approval of Renewal of Agreement Between the School District of the City of Niagara Falls, New York and Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center for Physical Rehabilitation Services for Students Participating in Athletic Programs—2020‐2021
Motion by Paul Kudela, second by Anthony F Paretto.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 6.18 Approval of Renewal of Agreement With NCA Comp to Act as Service Agent for the Workers’ Compensation Self‐Insurance Program—July 1, 2019 To June 30, 2020
Motion to approve Renewal of Agreement With NCA Comp to Act as Service Agent for the Workers’ Compensation Self‐Insurance Program—July 1, 2019 To June 30, 2020
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Anthony F Paretto.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 6.19 Approval of Agreement between the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls, New York and Probe Services
Approval of Agreement between the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls, New York and Probe Services
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Anthony F Paretto.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 6.20 Approval of Agreement With the City of Niagara Falls to Provide All Services for the Billing and Collection of Property Taxes for Real Property Taxes Levied by the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls
Motion to approve Agreement With the City of Niagara Falls to Provide All Services for the Billing and Collection of Property Taxes for Real Property Taxes Levied by the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Anthony F Paretto.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 6.21 Approval of Contract for Professional Consultant Services by Independent Contractor for Grant Preparation—Battaglia & Associates Resource Development Consultants, Inc. 2020‐2021
Approval of Contract for Professional Consultant Services by Independent Contractor for Grant Preparation—Battaglia & Associates Resource Development Consultants, Inc. 2020‐2021
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Anthony F Paretto. Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 6.22 Approval Of Contract For Professional Services By Independent Contractor Between The City School District Of The City Of Niagara Falls, And Buffalo Special Investigations, LLC (BSI) For July 3, 2020 – June 30, 2020
Motion to approve Contract For Professional Services By Independent Contractor Between The City School District Of The City Of Niagara Falls, And Buffalo Special Investigations, LLC (BSI) For July 3, 2020 – June 30, 2020
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Anthony F Paretto.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 6.23 Approval of Extension of Planned Service Agreement Between the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls and Johnson Controls, Inc. For the 2020‐2021 Fiscal Year
Motion to approve Extension of Planned Service Agreement Between the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls and Johnson Controls, Inc. For the 2020‐2021 Fiscal Year
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Anthony F Paretto.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 6.24 Approval for Contract for Professional Consultant Services by Independent Contractor for Professional Development Services for the Integration of Technology in the Classroom. – T.E.M.P., LLC from 2020‐2021
Motion to approve Contract for Professional Consultant Services by Independent Contractor for Professional Development Services for the Integration of Technology in the Classroom. – T.E.M.P., LLC from 2020‐2021
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Anthony F Paretto.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 6.25 Approval of Contract for Professional Services by Independent Contractor Between the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls and MHS Services Inc., d/b/a MAXIM Staffing Solutions, for 2020‐2021 School Year
Motion to approve Contract for Professional Services by Independent Contractor Between the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls and MHS Services Inc., d/b/a MAXIM Staffing Solutions, for 2020‐2021 School Year
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Paul Kudela.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 6.26 Approval of Contract for Professional Services by Independent Contractor Between the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls and SHC Services Inc., d/b/a Supplemental Health Care, for 2020‐2021 School Year
Motion to approve Contract for Professional Services by Independent Contractor Between the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls and SHC Services Inc., d/b/a Supplemental Health Care, for 2020‐2021 School Year
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Paul Kudela.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 6.27 Approval for Contract for Professional Services by Independent Contractor Between the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls and Aries Transportation Services, Inc., for 2020‐2021 School Year.
Approval of Agreement for Contract for Professional Services by Independent Contractor Between the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls and Aries Transportation Services, Inc., for 2020‐2021 School Year.
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Paul Kudela.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 6.28 Approval of Agreement with the Aspire of Western New York, Inc. for 2020‐2021 School Year
Motion to approve Agreement with the Aspire of Western New York, Inc. for 2020‐2021 School Year
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Paul Kudela.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 6.29 Approval of Agreement With Autism Services, Inc. for 2019‐2020 School Year
Approval of Agreement With Autism Services, Inc. for 2019‐2020 School Year
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Paul Kudela.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 6.30 Approval of Agreement With Baker Victory Services Schools for 2020‐2021 School Year
Motion to approve Agreement With Baker Victory Services Schools for 2020‐2021 School Year
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Paul Kudela.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 6.31 Approval of Amending Agreement With BHSC Support Services, Inc. for On‐Site Speech Therapy for 2020 – 2021 School Year
Motion to approve Amending Agreement With BHSC Support Services, Inc. for On‐Site Speech Therapy for 2020 – 2021 School Year
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Paul Kudela.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 6.32 Approval of Agreement With Buffalo City School District ‐ School 84 for 2020‐2021 School Year
Approval of Agreement With Buffalo City School District ‐ School 84 for 2020 ‐2021 School Year
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Paul Kudela.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 6.33 Approval of Agreement With Buffalo Hearing And Speech Center for 2020‐2021 School Year
Motion to approve Agreement With Buffalo Hearing And Speech Center for 2020‐2021 School Year
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Paul Kudela.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 6.34 Approval of Agreement With the Cantalician Center for Learning for 2020‐2021 School Year
Motion to approve Agreement With the Cantalician Center for Learning for 2020‐2021 School Year
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Paul Kudela.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 6.35 Approval of Agreement With Center for Handicapped Children for 2020‐2021 School Year
Motion to approve Agreement With Center for Handicapped Children for 2020‐2021 School Year
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Paul Kudela.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 6.36 Approval of Agreement with Community Based Therapies for On‐Site Occupational Therapy and/or Physical Therapy for 2020‐2021
Motion to approve Agreement with Community Based Therapies for On‐Site Occupational Therapy and/or Physical Therapy for 2020‐2021
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Paul Kudela.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 6.37 Approval of Agreement With Gateway‐Longview for 2020‐2021 School Year
Approval of Agreement With Gateway‐Longview for 2020‐2021 School Year
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Paul Kudela.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 6.38 Approval of Agreement With the Arc of the Erie County Chapter New York State Association for Intellectually Disabled Children, Inc. For 2020‐2021 School Year
Motion to approve Agreement With the Arc of the Erie County Chapter New York State Association for Intellectually Disabled Children, Inc. For 2020‐2021 School Year
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Paul Kudela.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 6.39 Approval of Agreement With the Randolph Academy UFSD‐Hamburg Campus for 2020‐2021 School Year
Approval of Agreement With the Randolph Academy UFSD‐Hamburg Campus for 2020‐2021 School Year
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Paul Kudela.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 6.40 Approval of Agreement with the New Directions Family & Youth Services for 2020‐2021 School Year
Approval of Agreement with the New Directions Family & Youth Services for 2020‐2021 School Year
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Paul Kudela.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 6.41 Approval of Agreement with Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center for On‐Site Occupational Therapy for 2020‐2021 School Year
Approval of Agreement with Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center for On‐Site Occupational Therapy for 2020‐2021 School Year
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Paul Kudela.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 6.42 Approval of Agreement with the Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center for On‐Site Physical Therapy for 2020‐2021 School Year
Approval of Agreement with the Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center for On‐Site Physical Therapy for 2020‐2021 School Year
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Paul Kudela.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 6.43 Approval of Agreement With the Stanley G. Falk School for 2020‐2021 School Year
Motion to approve Agreement With the Stanley G. Falk School for 2020‐2021 School Year
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Paul Kudela.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 6.44 Approval of Agreement With the Summit Center, Inc. for 2020‐2021 School Year
Motion to approve Agreement With the Summit Center, Inc. for 2020‐2021 School Year
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Paul Kudela.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 6.45 Approval of Contract for Behavioral Consultation Services by Independent Contractor for Professional Consultation Services—the Summit Center, Inc. 7/3/19—06/30/20
Motion to approve Contract for Behavioral Consultation Services by Independent Contractor for Professional Consultation Services—the Summit Center, Inc. 7/3/19—06/30/20
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Paul Kudela.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 6.46 Approval of Contract For Professional Physical and Occupational Services By Independent Contractor for Professional Services— Associated Physical & Occupational Therapists, PLLC.. 7/1/19— 06/30/20
Motion to approve Contract For Professional Physical and Occupational Services By Independent Contractor for Professional Services— Associated Physical & Occupational Therapists, PLLC.. 7/1/19— 06/30/20
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Paul Kudela.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 6.47 Approval of Contract for Professional Services by Independent Contractor Between the School District of the City of Niagara Falls, New York and Deaf Service Bridges Inc for July 1, 2019 – June 30, 2020
Motion to approve Approval of Contract for Professional Services by Independent Contractor Between the School District of the City of Niagara Falls, New York and Deaf Service Bridges Inc for July 1, 2019 – June 30, 2020
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Paul Kudela.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 6.48 Approval of Agreement Between the School District of the City of Niagara Falls, New York and the Niagara Falls Police Athletic League, Inc. to Lease a Portion of NFHS ‐‐ July 2020‐June 2021
Motion to approve Agreement Between the School District of the City of Niagara Falls, New York and the Niagara Falls Police Athletic League, Inc. to Lease a Portion of NFHS ‐‐ July 2020‐June 2021
Motion by Russell Petrozzi, second by Rob Bilson.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 6.49 Approval of Renewal of Lease Agreement Between Niagara Falls Teachers Credit Union and the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls for Office Space 2020‐2021
Approval of Renewal of Lease Agreement Between Niagara Falls Teachers Credit Union and the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls for Office Space 2020‐2021
Motion by Russell Petrozzi, second by Rob Bilson.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Kevin Dobbs, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson
Action: 6.50 Approval of Contract for Claims Auditor Services by an Independent Contractor – Denise Kolber
Motion to approve Contract for Claims Auditor Services by an Independent Contractor – Denise Kolber
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Clara Dunn.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.51 Approval of Agreement for Copy Room Space Between the Board of Education and the Board of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES) Orleans/Niagara
Motion to approve Agreement for Copy Room Space Between the Board of Education and the Board of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES) Orleans/Niagara
Motion by Paul Kudela, second by Russell Petrozzi.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Abstain: Ronald J Barstys
Action: 6.52 Motion to approve Resolution on Cooperative Purchasing Through BOCES, and/or Various Municipalities and Government Agencies
Approval of Resolution on Cooperative Purchasing Through BOCES, and/or Various Municipalities and Government Agencies
Motion by Paul Kudela, second by Russell Petrozzi.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Abstain: Ronald J Barstys
Action: 6.53 Approval of Agreement With Omni Financial Group, Inc. to Provide Professional Review, Administrative and IRS Tax‐Compliant Services for the District’s 403(b), 457(b) and Tax‐Deferred Investment Programs Approval of Agreement With Omni Financial Group, Inc. to Provide Professional Review, Administrative and IRS Tax‐Compliant Services for the District’s 403(b), 457(b) and Tax‐Deferred Investment Programs
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Rob Bilson.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.54 Approval of Capital Markets Advisors, LLC as Bond Consultant for Assistance in the Sale of Bonds and Notes by the District in its Normal Course of Business and Cash Flow Operations for 2020‐ 2021
Motion to approve Approval of Capital Markets Advisors, LLC as Bond Consultant for Assistance in the Sale of Bonds and Notes by the District in its Normal Course of Business and Cash Flow Operations for 2020‐2021
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Rob Bilson.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.55 Approval of Agreement With Ruffell Reimbursements to Provide Professional Review, Administrative and NYSED Compliant Services for the District’s STAC Processing Program
Approval of Agreement With Ruffell Reimbursements to Provide Professional Review, Administrative and NYSED Compliant Services for the District’s STAC Processing Program
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Rob Bilson.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.56 Approval of Standard Work Day Resolution for School District Employees Reported to the New York State and Local Employees’ Retirement System
Approval of Standard Work Day Resolution for School District Employees Reported to the New York State and Local Employees’ Retirement System
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Earl F Bass.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.57 Approval of Agreement for Professional Services By DBA Learn Well, for period covering July 3, 2019‐ June 30, 2020.
Motion to approve Agreement for Professional Services By DBA Learn Well, for period covering July 3, 2019‐ June 30, 2020.
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Paul Kudela.
Action: 6.58 Approval of Contract For Professional Consultant Services By Independent Contractor Between The School District of The City of Niagara Falls, New York And Language Intelligence, Ltd July 2, 2020 – June 30, 2021
Motion to approve Contract For Professional Consultant Services By Independent Contractor Between The School District of The City of Niagara Falls, New York And Language Intelligence, Ltd July 2, 2020 – June 30, 2021
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Paul Kudela.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.59 Approval of Agreement with Mark Cerrone for Selective Demolition of the Maintenance Barn
Motion to approve Approval of Agreement with Mark Cerrone for Selective Demolition of the Maintenance Barn
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Anthony F Paretto.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.60 State Environmental Quality Review Resolution Of The City School District Of The City Of Niagara Falls, New York School District Replacement Of District Maintenance Barn Project
Motion to approve State Environmental Quality Review Resolution Of The City School District Of The City Of Niagara Falls, New York School District Replacement Of District Maintenance Barn Project
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Anthony F Paretto.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.61 Extension of Planned Service Agreements Between The City School District Of The City Of Niagara Falls And Johnson Controls, Inc. For The 2020 ‐ 2021 Fiscal Year
Motion to approve Extension of Planned Service Agreements Between The City School District Of The City of Niagara Falls And Johnson Controls, Inc. For The 2020 ‐ 2021 Fiscal Year
Motion by Russell Petrozzi, second by Ronald J Barstys.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
7. Adoption of Proposed Policiy(ies)
Action: 7.01 Niagara Falls City School District Concussion Management Policy For Athletic Training Contracts With Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center 2020‐2021
Motion to approve Niagara Falls City School District Concussion Management Policy For Athletic Training Contracts With Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center 2020‐2021
Motion by Paul Kudela, second by Anthony F Paretto.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
8. Information and Reports
Information: 8.01 Superintendent's Report
Information: 8.02 Board Members Comments and Reports
9. Advanced Planning
Information: 9.01 Future Agenda Items
Information: 9.02 Future Meeting Dates
10. Adjournment
Information: 10.01 Meeting Adjourned. CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF EDUCATION DATE: July 30, 2020 KIND OF MEETING: REGULAR MEETINGS LOCATION: Administration Central Office Board Room 630 66th Street Niagara Falls, NY MEMBERS PRESENT: Dr. R. Bastys, Mr. Bass, Mr. Bilson, Mr. Cancemi, Mrs. Dunn, Mr. Kudela, Mr. Paretto, Mr. Petrozzi, Mr. Vilardo.
Meeting called to order at 5:30 p.m.
1. 5:30 p.m. ARS/7:00 pm ‐ Regular Board Meeting
Information: 1.01 ARS Topics –
Return from COVID 19 Information:
Mr. Laurrie provided an overview of Return To School Protocols.
Highlights include: safety of students is a primary concern. The plan is fluid and transitional; it will be adjusted as necessary based on evidence. The plan was created in conjunction with the union leadership.
Supervisors and staff returned July 6 at 50% capacity; no ill effects have been realized.
Face coverings are mandatory; there will be no shared refrigerators or congregating in any location;
Students will return to school at 50% capacity, with some students attending physically on Mondays and Tuesdays; others on Thursdays and Fridays. Wednesdays will be “deep cleaning days.” Families will be scheduled together.
The 1.5 mile bussing limit will be strictly enforced, as transportation presents a particular challenge with regard to social distancing.
With respect to Special Education students and ELL students, these students will follow the same protocol as the general population.
Single Entrance/Exit Door have been established; no outside groups permitted.
Administrators/Supervisors will establish work schedules, however, faculty and staff will work all five days upon school reopening. A questionnaire and temperature check must be completed daily
The plan will be reevaluated after three weeks and has been submitted to the Department of Health and SEO portal for review, as mandated.
The Superintendent expressed that his preference is to start cautiously and hope to expand, rather than start liberally and have to contract.
Lunch will continue to be served at Cataract, Abate, Niagara Street, NFHS, Kalfas, and Hyde Park on Monday, Wednesday, Friday throughout the summer.
Action, Information: 1.02 Agenda Regular Meeting
An Agenda Review was held.
2. Call to Order
Information: 2.01 Pledge of Allegiance
Information: 2.02 Prayer offered by Dr. Barstys
Information: 2.03 Roll Call –
All present.
3. Letters and Communications ‐ Mr. Cancemi shared a note of thanks from
4. Recommended Actions ‐ Routine Items
Action: 4.01 Minutes ‐ July 7, 2020
Motion to approve minutes ‐ July 7, 2020
Motion by Russell Petrozzi, second by Ronald J Barstys.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action, Information: 4.02 Budget Transfer #12
Approval of Budget Transfer ‐ #12
Motion by Russell Petrozzi, second by Ronald J Barstys.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action, Information: 4.03 Bids ‐
Motion to approve of bid: Bid 3 ‐ Supplemental Classroom Books; Bid 4 Stereo Headsets
4.03 STEREO HEADSETS ‐ BID NO. 4 RECOMMENDATION: A motion is recommended for the approval of the following resolution on Stereo Headsets‐ Bid No.4, for the 2020‐2021 School Year.
WHEREAS, Funds were appropriated for Stereo Headsets in the General Fund; and
WHEREAS, In accordance with Section 103 of the General Municipal Law, public bidding procedures were observed for Bid No. 4 – Stereo Headsets; and
WHEREAS, Legal notice was published July 14, 2020 and bid documents were mailed to or secured by 13 potential bidders; and
WHEREAS, Bids were publicly opened and read on July 22, 2020 and three properly executed bids were received; and
WHEREAS, Bids were analyzed by Mr. Joseph Giarrizzo, Administrator for School Business Services, Mr. Ray Granieri, Administrator for Information Services, and Mr. Earl Smeal, Purchasing Agent; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Board of Education of the School District of the City of Niagara Falls, New York, award this contract, to the following bidder in accordance with specifications, as follows:
Award No. Vendor Amount $51,000.00 4A Alternative Information System (maximum)
4.03 SUPPLEMENTAL CLASSROOM BOOKS ‐ BID NO. 3
RECOMMENDATION:
A motion is recommended for the approval of the following resolution on Supplemental Classroom Books ‐ Bid No.3, for the 2020‐2021 School Year.
WHEREAS, Funds were appropriated for Supplemental Classroom Books in the General Fund; and
WHEREAS, In accordance with Section 103 of the General Municipal Law, public bidding procedures were observed for Bid No. 3 – Supplemental Classroom Books; and
WHEREAS, Legal notice was published July 9, 2020 and bid documents were mailed to or secured by seven potential bidders; and
WHEREAS, Bid was publicly opened and read on July 21, 2020 and four properly executed bids were received; and
WHEREAS, Bid was analyzed by Mr. Joseph Giarrizzo, Administrator for School Business Services and Mr. Earl Smeal, Purchasing Agent; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Board of Education of the School District of the City of Niagara Falls, New York, award this contract, to the following bidder in accordance with specifications, as follows: Award No. Vendor Discount Percentage 3A Book Corner 21%
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Earl F Bass. Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Information, Discussion, Report, Receive and File: 4.04 Treasurer's Report ‐ June 2020
Information, Discussion, Report, Receive and File: 4.05 Budget Status Report ‐ July 2020
Action: 4.06 Personnel Report Certificated Excluding Item VII
Motion to approve items Certificated Report Excluding Item VII
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Anthony F Paretto.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 4.07 Personnel Report Certificated Item VII
Motion to approve Certificated report Item VII
Motion by Earl F Bass, second by Clara Dunn.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Abstain: Ronald J Barstys
Action: 4.08 Personnel Report ‐ Classified Items
Motion to approve the Personnel Report for Classified Staff
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Anthony F Paretto.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 4.09 Committee on Special Education Report None
Action: 4.10 Committee on Pre‐School Special Education Report – None
Action, Information, Discussion: 4.11 Short‐Term Contract(s)
Approval of Short‐Term Contracts – Sponsor Purpose Compensation Date of the Event In NARP $1,200 July 17, 2020 Workshop: Introduction to Restorative 1. 5585 Mapleton Road Circles, Use of Play to Connect Online, and July 17, 2020 K Educator Self‐Care/Compassion Fatigue Lockport, NY 14094 F2070.404.045.8121 July 27, 2020 Dr. David Fusani $1,200
Workshop: English Grammar Review and 2. 100 The Paddock August 1 – 25, 2020 K Student Participation and Resistance
Williamsville, NY14221 F2070.404.045.8121 Anne Kent‐Kwasniewski $1,800 3. 1183 Beha Road Workshop: Online Reading Strategy courses July 25, 2020 – August 25, 2020 K F2070.404.045.8121 West Leyden, NY 13489
Motion by Paul Kudela, second by Ronald J Barstys.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
5. Unfinished Business
Information: 5.01 None
6. New Business
Action: 6.01 Motion to approve Municipal Cooperation Agreement With the City of Niagara Falls, New York, for the Services Of Police Officers to Serve As School Resource Officers Period September 1, 2020 – June 30, 2021 RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby approves the Municipal Cooperation Agreement between the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls and the City of Niagara Falls, New York, for the services of four (4) Police Officers to serve as School Resource Officers for period September 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021 at a cost not to exceed $477,347 together with any cost adjustments incurred by the City pursuant to the Collective Bargaining Agreement; and be it further RESOLVED, that the Municipal Cooperation Agreement is subject to such modifications as the Superintendent and School District Attorney deem appropriate; and be it further
RESOLVED, that the President of the Board be authorized and directed to execute such Municipal Cooperation Agreement; and RESOLVED, that the District Clerk be directed to obtain the signature of the President of the Board.
Motion by Russell Petrozzi, second by Anthony F Paretto.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.02 Motion to approve Approval of Payment No. 4 to Scrufari Construction Co, LLC. For General Contractor Work, Contract #106, For the Stewardship Capital Project RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approves the payment of $1,005,759.40 to Scrufari Construction Co LLC, 3925 Hyde Park Blvd Niagara Falls, NY 14305 in accordance with the Application and Certificate for Payment #4; and further RESOLVED, That the appropriation be expended from the Capital Fund and submitted as a claim for State Aid reimbursement according to the State formula for school buildings.
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Clara Dunn.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.03 Motion to approve Payment No. 5 to John W. Danforth Company for Plumbing Work, Contract #107, For the Stewardship Capital Project RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approves the payment of $262,867.50 to John W. Danforth Company, 300 Colvin Woods Parkway Tonawanda, NY 14150 in accordance with the Application and Certificate for Payment #5; and further RESOLVED, That the appropriation be expended from the Capital Fund and submitted as a claim for State Aid reimbursement according to the State formula for school buildings.
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Clara Dunn.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.04 Motion to approve Payment No. 5 to John W. Danforth Company for Mechanical / HVAC Work, Contract #108/109, For the Stewardship Capital Project RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approves the payment of $2,905,452.50 to John W. Danforth Company, 300 Colvin Woods Parkway Tonawanda, NY 14150 in accordance with the Application and Certificate for Payment #5; and further RESOLVED, That the appropriation be expended from the Capital Fund and submitted as a claim for State Aid reimbursement according to the State formula for school buildings.
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Clara Dunn.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.05 Motion to approve Payment No. 5 to Cir Electric Co. For Electrical Work, Contract #110, For the Stewardship Capital Project RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approves the payment of $333,678.77 to CIR Electric Co. 400 Ingham Avenue Buffalo, NY 14218 in accordance with the Application and Certificate for Payment #5; and further RESOLVED, That the appropriation be expended from the Capital Fund and submitted as a claim for State Aid reimbursement according to the State formula for school buildings.
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Clara Dunn.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.06 Motion to approve Payment No. 4 to Johnson Controls Inc. For Temperature Control Work, Contract #111, For the Stewardship Capital Project RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approves the payment of $254,086.00 to Johnson Controls Inc. 130 John Muir Drive, Suite 100 Amherst, NY 14228 in accordance with the Application and Certificate for Payment #4; and further RESOLVED, That the appropriation be expended from the Capital Fund and submitted as a claim for State Aid reimbursement according to the State formula for school buildings.
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Clara Dunn.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
7. Review of Proposed Policiy(ies) ‐ None
Action, Information: 7.01 Review of Policies
8. Information and Reports
Information: 8.01 Superintendent's Report
The Superintendent thanked the Board members for their support; advised the Board of the upcoming August graduates; presentation of Golden Apples.
The Maintenance barn demolition/reconstruction is proceeding.
There are 12 District vehicles on Auctions International until August 10.
Monday, Wednesday, Friday food distribution continues; 414,320 meals have been distributed over 97 days. Students will be able to take “grab and go” lunches during reopening, including Wednesdays.
Information: 8.02 Board Members Comments and Reports – None.
9. Advanced Planning
Information: 9.01 Future Agenda Items
Information: 9.02 Future Meeting Dates
10. Adjournment Action: 10.01 Executive Session
Motion to enter executive session at 7:38 p.m. to discuss the possible demotion or dismissal of a person; collective bargaining under the Taylor Act; the employment history of a person; pending litigation with various entities.
Motion by Paul Kudela, second by Russell Petrozzi.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 10.02 Adjournment in memory of the following who recently passed away:
1. Joseph Daul, father of school counselor Marc Daul. 2. Pauline E. Dempsey, one‐time teacher’s aide. 3. Celene Scolase, 79th Street School teacher for more than 30 years. 4. Marie A. Filicetti, former lunch monitor at 66th Street and LaSalle Senior High schools. 5. Joseph V. Marra, father in law of retired Purchasing Agent Pattie Marra. 6. Bruce Andrew, 89, father of Beth Fagiani, PSA at LPS and father‐in‐law of Nick Fagiani, IS Department. 7. Lorraine Weis, mother of retired employee Alexis Stopa Weis.
Motion to exit Executive Session and adjourn at 8:56 p.m.
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Vincent Cancemi.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF EDUCATION DATE: August 27, 2020 KIND OF MEETING:REVIEW MEETINGS LOCATION: Administration Central Office Board Room 630 66th Street Niagara Falls, NY MEMBERS PRESENT: Dr. R. Barstys, Mr. Bass, Mr. Bilson, Mr. Cancemi, Mrs. Dunn, Mr. Kudela, Mr. Paretto, Mr. Petrozzi, Mr. Vilardo.
Meeting called to order at 5:39 p.m.
1. 5:30 p.m. ARS/7:00 pm ‐ Regular Board Meeting
Information: 1.01 ARS Topics ‐
A return from COVID update was provided by the Superintendent:
Funding – The District is already feeling the effect of a 20% reduction in grants and BOCES‐ related funding.
For example, regarding Universal Pre‐Kindergarten funding: a 20% cut results in $887,000 in lost funding. Reimbursements being held back: e.g. BOCES reimbursement on summer programming, 20%. Federal payments (lunch programs, e.g.) no money forthcoming.
Cuts are being made across the State with no adjustment for the relative poverty of the area. This is reprehensible. Picture is bleak. $17 million (20%) in Foundation aid is in jeopardy.
Opening of Schools: Open Houses‐ the District may be the first in State to have children in its buildings. Since Monday, students and families have been able to enter schools, to re‐introduce families to school, and participate in Open Houses.
Next week, four virtual Professional Development days will take place, including planning and collaboration time for teachers.
Hybrid teaching: Return to school begins September 10; preparation includes providing computers to all students; establishing safety/health measures; allowing students and staff appropriate acclimation to school.
Virtual Learners: students had the option to choose between half or full year virtual learning or a physical return to school. To date, 2,234 students chose to exercise the virtual option, or 32% of the student body. This effectively creates a virtual school district. The District cannot hire extra teachers for this; the Superintendent is working on an equitable process to identify virtual teachers. The District cannot lose accountability for students; it must have teachers who own responsibility for students.
The deadline to choose virtual learning was last week. Most learners opted for the whole year.
NFHS: not all classes can be readily offered. Advanced Placement, or theater, for example, are problematic. Virtual learning kick‐off of these will require a little more time.
Technology: Laptops, software, and filtering must be prepped, and provided to any student who is or could become virtual learners. The District purchased 250 mifis through Verizon and BOCES; 220 have already been requested. Information Services is preparing 7500 laptops, with filtering.
District Tech Plan: In 2018 the Board approved a Technology Plan and approved software. The District will enforce this plan in order to be in compliance with the approved software to ensure uniformity for instructional fidelity.
Isolation Room: symptomatic students stay in isolation rooms until they can be picked up. Such student would remain out until they test out with a clean COVID test and have no symptoms.
Food Distribution: almost 500,000 meals have been distributed since March. The District will stop providing meals for 10 days, resuming September 10.
Program: Mr. Granieri and Mr. Maynard have offered staff technology training and will continue to do so.
Trauma Informed Care: 600 staff members have participated in this professional development.
Social Justice: The country is facing pandemics of health AND social justice. There must be action taken. Tomorrow at 1 p.m., and 2:15 p.m., the Superintendent is meeting with minority male and female employees to discuss social justice vis a vis the District, in order to listen, learn, and improve.
Communications: The Superintendent makes daily automated telephone broadcast calls, produces daily Youtube videos, and continues to be accessible to the media.
Athletics: Athletics are very important. Soft sports will resume at the varsity level: tennis, soccer, etc.
The Unions and the Board have been understanding and supportive.
A review of the agenda was held.
Mr. Laurrie clarified that persons or entities with whom the District is entering into contracts will not be paid if they are unable to perform were schools to close again due to COVID 19. Next meetings September 10; September 24.
KIND OF MEETING:REGULAR MEETING LOCATION: Administration Central Office Board Room 630 66th Street Niagara Falls, NY MEMBERS PRESENT: Dr. R. Barstys, Mr. Bass, Mr. Bilson, Mr. Cancemi, Mrs. Dunn, Mr. Kudela, Mr. Paretto, Mr. Petrozzi, Mr. Vilardo.
2. Call to Order Meeting called to order at 7 p.m.
Information: 2.01 Pledge of Allegiance
Information: 2.02 Prayer
Information: 2.03 Roll Call
All members present.
3. Letters and Communications
Mr. Cancemi read a letter from the Mayor.
The following graduates were presented with their diplomas
Tache Brown, Dawson Coffta, Kirsten Coyle, Jawhan McCain, William Preisch. or Seal of BiLiteracy
Hamza Ansari (Urdu), Laila Barnes (Spanish), Yu Li (Chinese), Adrianna Parks (American Sign Language).
Mr. Kudela was presented with certificates of completion of mandated NYS School Board Member training.
4. Recommended Actions ‐ Routine Items 4.01 Minutes ‐ July 30, 2020
Motion to approve minutes ‐ July 30, 2020
Motion by Russell Petrozzi, second by Paul Kudela.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
4.02 Budget Transfer #1
Approval of Budget Transfer ‐ #1
Motion by Russell Petrozzi, second by Paul Kudela.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
4.03 Bids –
1. Approval of Printing and Distribution of Your Public Schools Bid No.5 School Year 2020‐ 2021 2.Electrical Supplies ‐ Bid No. 6 3. Plumbing Supplies ‐ Bid No. 7
Motion to approve of bids:
Motion by Earl F Bass, second by Anthony F Paretto.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
4.04 Treasurer's Report ‐ August 2020
4.05 Budget Status Report ‐ August 2020
4.06 Add addendum to Certificated Report
Motion to add addendum to Certificated Report
Motion by Russell Petrozzi, second by Earl F Bass.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
4.07 Personnel Report Certificated
Motion to approve Certificated Report
Motion by Russell Petrozzi, second by Earl F Bass.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
4.08 Personnel Report ‐ Classified Items
Motion to approve the Personnel Report for Classified Staff
Motion by Russell Petrozzi, second by Ronald J Barstys.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
4.09 Committee on Special Education Report Motion by Earl F Bass, second by Anthony F Paretto.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
4.10 Committee on Pre‐School Special Education Report ‐ None
Motion by Earl F Bass, second by Anthony F Paretto.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
4.11 Short‐Term Contract(s)
Approval of Short‐Term Contracts –
1. Niagara University Niagara University, NY 14109 Submitted by Tom Fisher Compensation: $4,000.00 15 days of presentation for Fall 2020 entitled "Social Work 210 ‐ Diversity College Course”
2. Booker College Planning 151 Buffalo Avenue #1001 Niagara Falls, NY 14303 Submitted by Tom Fisher Compensation: $2,000 F2010.404.098.6320 5 Days of presentation for entitled: “Seminar on College Planning and Readiness”
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Ronald J Barstys.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
5. Unfinished Business ‐ 5.01 None 6. New Business
ITEMS 6.01 through 6.03 approved on a motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Russell Petrozzi.
6.01 Approval of the District Comprehensive Improvement Plan and School Comprehensive Education Plans Required for Targeted Support And Improvement Districts and Schools For 2020 – 2021 RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approve the District Comprehensive Improvement Plan and three School Comprehensive Education Plans for 2020‐2021, copies of which are on file in the District Clerk’s Office and posted on the District and each school’s website.
Motion to approve District Comprehensive Improvement Plan and School Comprehensive Education Plans Required for Targeted Support And Improvement Districts and Schools For 2020 – 2021
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Russell Petrozzi.
6.02 Approval of Members of The City School District of The City of Niagara Falls Audit Committee For Period August 28, 2020 Through June 30, 2021 RESOLVED, That the Board does hereby appoint: Dominique Restaino, Vincent Cancemi, Ranika Jones, Robert Bilson Ron Anderluh, Nicholas Vilardo, Jerry Petito TBD TBD as Members of the Audit Committee to serve for a term commencing August 28, 2020 and ending June 30, 2021 or until their replacement, whichever shall later occur.
Motion to approve Members of The City School District of The City of Niagara Falls Audit Committee For Period August 28, 2020 Through June 30, 2021
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Russell Petrozzi.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.03 Approval of The City School District of The City of Niagara Falls Appointment Of The Superintendent Of Schools As The District’s Chief Emergency Officer
RESOLVED, That Mark Laurrie, Superintendent of Schools, be appointed the District’s Chief Emergency Officer; and be it further RESOLVED, that the President of the Board and the District Clerk are hereby directed to do any and all actions necessary to effectuate the purpose of this Resolution.
Motion to approve The City School District of The City of Niagara Falls Appointment Of The Superintendent Of Schools As The District’s Chief Emergency Officer
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Russell Petrozzi.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
ITEMS 6.04 through 6.09 approved on a motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Robert F. Bilson.
6.04 Approval of Contract between The City School District of The City Of Niagara Falls And Melinda A. Scime, Psychologist, PLLC For Professional Mental Health and Consultation Services For Grant Programming 9/1/2020 ‐ 06/30/21
RESOLVED, That the Contract between the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls and Melinda A. Scime, Psychologist, PLLC., for professional mental health counseling and consultation services at a cost not to exceed $81,000.00 for period September 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021 attached hereto, be and hereby is approved; and be it further
RESOLVED, That the Agreement is subject to such modifications as the Superintendent and School District Attorney deem appropriate, and be it further
RESOLVED, That the President of the Niagara Falls Board of Education be authorized to execute said contract; and
RESOLVED, That the District Clerk be directed to obtain the signature of the President of the Board.
Motion to approve Contract between The City School District of The City Of Niagara Falls And Melinda A. Scime, Psychologist, PLLC For Professional Mental Health and Consultation Services For Grant Programming 9/1/2020 ‐ 06/30/21
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Rob Bilson.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
6.05 Approval of Contract For Professional Services Associated With Various Grants Between The City School District Of The City Of Niagara Falls, And Niagara Falls Boys & Girls Club 9‐1‐2020 — 6‐30‐2021
RESOLVED, That the Contract for professional services associate with the 21st Century Elementary, Empire State Elementary and 21st Century Preparatory Grants between the City School District of City of Niagara Falls and Niagara Falls Boys & Girls Club, Inc., at a sum not to exceed $255,000.00 for period September 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021 attached hereto, be and is hereby approved; and be it further
RESOLVED, That the Agreement is subject to such modifications as the Superintendent and School District Attorney deem appropriate, and be it further RESOLVED, That the President of the Niagara Falls Board of Education be authorized to execute said contract; and
RESOLVED, That the District Clerk be directed to obtain the signature of the President of the Board.
Motion to approve Contract For Professional Services Associated With Various Grants Between The City School District Of The City Of Niagara Falls, And Niagara Falls Boys & Girls Club 9‐1‐2020 — 6‐30‐2021
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Rob Bilson.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
6.06 Approval of Contract For Professional Services Between The City School District Of The City Of Niagara Falls And Community Missions Inc., For 9/1/2020 – 6/30/2021
RESOLVED, That the Contract between the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls and Community Missions Inc. to provide professional social and emotional services for students at a sum not to exceed $85,000.00 for period September 1, 2020 ‐ June 30, 2021 attached hereto, be and is hereby approved; and further
RESOLVED, That the Contract is subject to such modifications as the Superintendent and School District Attorney deem appropriate; and
RESOLVED, That the President of the Niagara Falls Board of Education be authorized to execute said contract; and be it further
RESOLVED, That the District Clerk be directed to obtain the signature of the President of the Board.
Motion to approve Contract For Professional Services Between The City School District Of The City Of Niagara Falls And Community Missions Inc., For 9/1/2020 – 6/30/2021
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Rob Bilson.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
6.07 Approval of Contract For Professional Consulting Services Between The City School District of The City Of Niagara Falls and HOGHOL For The 2020‐2021 School Year (9‐1‐2020 ‐ 6‐30‐2021).
RESOLVED, That the Contract between the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls and HOGHOL for services at Niagara Falls High School, LaSalle Preparatory School and Gaskill Preparatory School at a sum not to exceed $98,000.00 for the period September 1, 2020 through June 30,2021, attached hereto, be and is hereby approved; and be it further RESOLVED, That the Contract is subject to such modifications as the Superintendent and School District Attorney deem appropriate; and be it further
RESOLVED, That the President of the Niagara Falls Board of Education be authorized to execute said Contract; and RESOLVED, That the District Clerk be directed to obtain the signature of the President of the Board.
CONTRACT FOR PROFESSIONAL
SERVICES BY INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR
HOGHOL
THIS AGREEMENT, made this 27th day of August, by and between the CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS, 630‐66th Street, Niagara Falls, New York 14304, (hereinafter “District”) and HOGHOL, 1 Symphony Circle, Buffalo, NY, 14201 (hereinafter “HOGHOL”).
WITNESSETH:
IN CONSIDERATION OF the provisions and mutual covenants hereinafter set forth, the parties do hereby MUTUALLY AGREE as follows:
1. Engagement of Independent Contractor. The District hereby engages HOGHOL as an independent contractor to render to the District professional social and emotional student support services and HOGHOL hereby accepts such engagement, upon and subject to the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth.
2. Professional services and duties of Independent Contractor: HOGHOL shall provide and render to the District the usual and customary services of a contractor for professional services for the entire 2020/2021 School Year at LaSalle Preparatory, Gaskill Preparatory, and Niagara Falls High School, including: a. Culinary and mentoring program five days per week at each school b. One period per day at LaSalle, one period per day at Gaskill, and two periods per day at NFHS, five‐days per week for the entire school year c. Additional two periods per day at Gaskill Prep , three‐days per week for September 2020 – December 2020 d. Additional four periods per day at Gaskill Prep, three‐days per week for January 2021 – June 2021 e. Purchasing of all food to be prepared and served by students for all three schools for entire year f. Additional evening events at Niagara Falls High School TBD throughout the school year g. Working with up to 60 students at LaSalle Prep and NFHS h. Working with up to 260 students at Gaskill Prep a. Ongoing communication with each individual schools’ leadership team and Grants Coordinator
3. Relationship Between the Parties. HOGHOL shall not be an employee of the District. HOGHOL is engaged by the District only for the purposes and to the extent set forth in this Agreement and the relationship to the District during the term of this agreement shall be solely and exclusively that of the professional consultant to perform only the services herein before expressly set forth in the exclusive capacity of an independent contractor only and in no event as servant or employee. HOGHOL is to maintain all records of employment, payroll services, and to address any matters related to performance concerns.
4. Compensation to Independent Contractor. Upon receipt of a payment invoice, the District shall pay to HOGHOL for services hereunder a sum not to exceed $98,000.00 to be paid in four installments of $24,500.00 on October 25, 2020, January 10, 2021, April 10, 2021 and June 10, 2021. Invoices shall be submitted by HOGHOL on the dates herein stated. Payment checks payable to the order of HOGHOL shall be deemed full payment to and acquittance by HOGHOL.
5. Indemnification. To the fullest extent permitted by law, HOGHOL shall indemnify and hold harmless the District, its agents, servants, and/or employees from and against any and all costs, losses, and damages arising out of the performance of its services under this Agreement excepting, however, the negligent acts or omissions of the District, it’s agents, servants and/or employees.
6. Taxes and Insurances. HOGHOL shall maintain general liability insurance in amounts acceptable to the District. All policies shall name the District as additional party insured. HOGHOL is responsible for all withholding taxes, insurance, unemployment, and Worker’s Compensation insurance as required by law.
Certificates of Insurance shall be filed with District prior to the commencement of services and after each renewal date of the policies listed on the certificates. The certificates shall contain provision that coverage afforded under the policies will not be canceled until at least thirty days prior written notice is given to the District.
7. Term of Contract. This contract shall be effective from September 1, 2020 to June 30, 2021, provided however, that either party may, at any given time, terminate this contract in all respects by giving to the other party thirty days advance written notice of its election to terminate the same.
8. Assignment: The services to be rendered by HOGHOL under this Agreement are unique and personal. Accordingly, HOGHOL shall not transfer or assign and/or subcontract any of the rights or delegate any of the duties or obligations under this Agreement without the prior written consent of the District and any attempted such transfer, assignment delegation and/or subcontracting without such written consent shall be void.
9. Entire Agreement. This Agreement contains the entire agreement of the parties and may be modified or amended only in writing duly subscribed by the parties.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement on the date and year first above written.
HOGHOL Jamie Evan
Vincent J. Cancemi President, Board of Education
Motion to approve Contract For Professional Consulting Services Between The City School District of The City Of Niagara Falls and HOGHOL For The 2020‐2021 School Year (9‐1‐2020 ‐ 6‐ 30‐2021).
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Rob Bilson.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
6.08 Approval of Contract Between The City School District Of The City Of Niagara Falls And Via Evaluation, Inc. For Professional Evaluation Services Required For 21st Century, Family Community Engagement, and Mental Health Professional Demonstration Grants Programming 9/1/20—06/30/21
RESOLVED, That the Contract between City School District of the City of Niagara Falls and Via Evaluation, Inc., for independent grant evaluation services at a cost not to exceed $138,729.00 for period September 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021 attached hereto, be and the same is hereby approved; and be it further
RESOLVED, That the Contract is subject to such modifications as the Superintendent and School District Attorney deem appropriate, and be it further RESOLVED, That the President of the Niagara Falls Board of Education be authorized to execute said contract; and
RESOLVED, That the District Clerk be directed to obtain the signature of the President of the Board.
CONTRACT FOR INDEPENDENT GRANT EVALUATION SERVICES BY
BY INDEPENDENT CONSULTANT
THIS AGREEMENT, made this 27th day of August, 2020 by and between the CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT, 630 66th Street, Niagara Falls, New York 14304, the first party, and Via Evaluation, Inc., 628 Washington Street, Buffalo, NY 14203, the second party.
WITNESSETH:
IN CONSIDERATION OF the provisions and mutual covenants hereinafter set forth, the parties do hereby, MUTUALLY AGREE as follows:
1. Engagement of Second Party: The first party hereby engages the second party as an independent consultant to render to the first party professional grant evaluation services hereinafter described, and the second party hereby accepts such engagement, upon and subject to the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth.
2. Professional Services and Duties of the Second Party: The second party shall provide and render to the first party the usual and customary services of a consultant as they relate to grant evaluation which services shall include but not be limited to the following:
a. In‐person and phone‐based meetings and consultation b. Analysis of all data necessary to meet requirements of the evaluation portion of the 21st Century Elementary and Prep, Family Community Engagement, and Mental Health Professional Demonstration Grant Initiatives awarded by the New York State Education Department and U.S. Department of Education c. Customary Document Preparation and reporting of required data to appropriate parties
All of these functions shall be performed in consultation with the Superintendent of Schools. This consultant should possess a thorough knowledge of grant evaluation.
3. Relationship Between the Parties: The second party shall not be an employee of the first party. The second party is engaged by the first party only for the purposes and to the extent set forth in this Agreement and the relationship to the first party during the term of this agreement shall be solely and exclusively that of the professional consultant to perform only the services hereinbefore expressly set forth in the exclusive capacity of independent consultant only and in no event as servant or employee. Except as specifically set forth herein, neither party shall have the power to control the activities and operations of the other and their status at all times will continue to be that of independent contractor.
4. Compensation to Second Party: Upon receipt of due invoice indicating duties performed, the first party shall pay to the second party for services rendered in sum to exceed $138,729.00 in four quarterly installments of $34,682.25 on October 15th, 2020, January 15th, 2021, April 15th, 2021, and June 15th, 2021 up to the invoice date. The Second Party shall submit invoices quarterly on the dates herein stated.. The second party shall deem payment checks payable to the order of the second party full payment to, and acquittance.
5. Taxes and Insurance: As an independent contractor, the second party is responsible for all withholding taxes, insurance, Worker’s Compensation and unemployment insurance. The second party as Independent Contractor shall obtain liability insurance in amounts acceptable to the first party and naming the first party, the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls, as additional party insured and shall file certificates evidencing such insurance with the District prior to commencing services under this Agreement.
6. Indemnification: To the fullest extent permitted by law, the second party shall indemnify and hold harmless the first party its, agents servants and/or employees from and against any and all cost, losses and damages arising out of the performance of its services under this Agreement excepting, however, the negligent acts or omissions of the first party its agents servants and/or employees.
7. Term of Contract: This Contract shall commence September 1, 2020 and terminate June 30, 2021, provided, however, that any party may at any given time terminate this contract in all respects by giving to the other party thirty days advance written notice of its election to terminate the same.
8. Assignment: The services to be rendered by the second party under this Agreement are unique and personal. Accordingly, the second party shall not transfer or assign any of the duties or obligations under this Agreement and any attempted such transfer, assignment or delegation shall be wholly void.
9. Entire Agreement: This Agreement contains the entire agreement of the parties and may be modified or amended only in writing duly subscribed by all of the parties.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement on the day and year first above written.
CONSULTANT CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE
CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS
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Jessica Aungst Weitzel President Vincent Cancemi
President, Via Evaluation, Inc.
Motion to approve Contract Between The City School District Of The City Of Niagara Falls And Via Evaluation, Inc. For Professional Evaluation Services Required For 21st Century, Family Community Engagement, and Mental Health Professional Demonstration Grants Programming 9/1/20—06/30/21 Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Rob Bilson.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
6.09 Approval of Contract Between The City School District of the City of Niagara Falls And NMG Evaluation, Inc. For Professional Evaluation Services for Grant Evaluation 9‐1‐2020 — 8‐31‐2021
RESOLVED, That the Contract for professional evaluation services by an independent contractor for independent grant evaluation between the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls and NMG Evaluation, Inc., at fee not to exceed $42,980.00 for a period of one (1) year, September 1, 2020 through August 31, 2021, attached hereto, be and is hereby approved; and be it further
RESOLVED, That the Agreement is subject to such modifications as the Superintendent and School District Attorney deem appropriate, and be it further RESOLVED, That the President of the Niagara Falls Board of Education be authorized to execute said contract; and
RESOLVED, That the District Clerk be directed to obtain the signature of the President of the Board.
CONTRACT FOR INDEPENDENT GRANT EVALUATION SERVICES BY
BY NMG EVALUATION, INC.
THIS AGREEMENT, made this 27th day of August, 2020 by and between the CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS, 630 66th Street, Niagara Falls, New York 14304, the first party, and NMG Evaluation, Inc., 15 Maple Ct. Cortland Manor, NY 10567, the second party.
WITNESSETH:
IN CONSIDERATION OF the provisions and mutual covenants hereinafter set forth, the parties do hereby, MUTUALLY AGREE as follows:
1. Engagement of Second Party: The first party hereby engages the second party as an independent consultant to render to the first party professional independent grant evaluation services hereinafter described, and the second party hereby accepts such engagement, upon and subject to the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth.
2. Professional Services and Duties of the Second Party: The second party shall provide and render to the first party the usual and customary services of a consultant as they relate to independent grant evaluation which services shall include but not be limited to the following:
a. In‐person and phone‐based meetings and consultation as mutually agreed b. Site visits for all schools involved in the Empire State and Extended School Day grants, twice per year c. Analysis of all data necessary to meet requirements of the evaluation portion of the Empire State and Extended School Day grants d. Customary Document Preparation and reporting of required data to appropriate parties for the Empire State and Extended School Day grants
All of these functions shall be performed in consultation with the Superintendent of Schools. This consultant should possess a thorough knowledge of grant evaluation.
3. Relationship Between the Parties: The second party shall not be an employee of the first party. The second party is engaged by the first party only for the purposes and to the extent set forth in this Agreement and the relationship to the first party during the term of this agreement shall be solely and exclusively that of the professional consultant to perform only the services hereinbefore expressly set forth in the exclusive capacity of independent consultant only and in no event as servant or employee. Except as specifically set forth herein, neither party shall have the power to control the activities and operations of the other and their status at all times will continue to be that of independent contractor.
5. Compensation to Second Party: Upon receipt of due invoice indicating duties performed, the first party shall pay to the second party for services rendered up to the invoice date, a sum not to exceed $42,980.00, in quarterly installments of $10,745.00 on November 6, 2020, February 12, 2020, May 21, 2021, and a final installment on August 27, 2020. The second party shall submit invoices to the first party for services rendered quarterly on the dates stated herein. The first party shall deem payment checks payable to the order of the second party full payment to, and acquittance.
5. Taxes and Insurance: As an independent contractor, the second party is responsible for all withholding taxes, insurance, Worker’s Compensation and unemployment insurance. The second party as Independent Contractor shall obtain liability insurance in amounts acceptable to the first party and naming the first party, the City School District of The City of Niagara Falls, as additional party insured and shall file certificates evidencing such insurance with the District prior to commencing services under this Agreement.
6. Indemnification: To the fullest extent permitted by law, the second party shall indemnify and hold harmless the first party its, agents servants and/or employees from and against any and all cost, losses and damages arising out of the performance of its services under this Agreement excepting, however, the negligent acts or omissions of the first party its agents servants and/or employees.
7. Term of Contract: This contract shall be effective from September 1, 2020 through August 31, 2021 provided, however, that any party may at any given time terminate this contract in all respects by giving to the other party thirty days advance written notice of its election to terminate the same.
8. Assignment: The services to be rendered by the second party under this Agreement are unique and personal. Accordingly, the second party shall not transfer or assign any of the duties or obligations under this Agreement and any attempted such transfer, assignment or delegation shall be wholly void.
9. Entire Agreement: This Agreement contains the entire agreement of the parties and may be modified or amended only in writing duly subscribed by all of the part
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement on the day and year first above written.
Nina M. Gottlieb President James Cancemi
NMG Evaluation, Inc.
Motion to approve Contract Between The City School District of the City of Niagara Falls And NMG Evaluation, Inc. For Professional Evaluation Services for Grant Evaluation 9‐1‐2020 — 8‐31‐ 2021
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Rob Bilson.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
6.10 Approval of Amendment #2 to Contract Between Buffalo Construction Consultants, Inc. As Construction Manager For The Stewardship Capital Project to Renovate School Buildings and the City School District of The City of Niagara Falls
RESOLVED, that the Board hereby approves Amendment No. 2 to the Contract for Construction Management Services between the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls and Buffalo Construction Consultant approved on September 28, 2018, attached hereto and be it further
RESOLVED, that the Amendment is subject to such modifications that the Superintendent and the School District Attorney deem appropriate, and be it further
RESOLVED, that the President of the Board of Education be authorized to execute said contract, and be it further
RESOLVED, that the District Clerk be directed to obtain the signature of the President of the Board of Education.
Motion to approve Amendment #2 to Contract Between Buffalo Construction Consultants, Inc. As Construction Manager For The Stewardship Capital Project to Renovate School Buildings and the City School District of The City of Niagara Falls
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Ronald J Barstys.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
6.11 Approval of Amendment #3 to Contract Between Buffalo Construction Consultants, Inc. As Construction Manager for the Maintenance Garage Capital Project To Demolish And Reconstruct the Maintenance Garage
RESOLVED, that the Board hereby approves Amendment No 3 to the Contract for Construction Management Services between the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls and Buffalo Construction Consultant approved on September 28, 2018, attached hereto and be it further
RESOLVED, that the amendment is subject to such modifications that the Superintendent and the School District Attorney deem appropriate, and be it further
RESOLVED, that the President of the Board of Education be authorized to execute said contract, and be it further
RESOLVED, that the District Clerk be directed to obtain the signature of the President of the Board of Education.
Motion to approve Amendment #3 to Contract Between Buffalo Construction Consultants, Inc. As Construction Manager for the Maintenance Garage Capital Project To Demolish And Reconstruct the Maintenance Garage
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Ronald J Barstys.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
6.12 Approval of Change Order No. 106‐001 For Scrufari Construction Co., LLC For General Construction Work On The Stewardship Capital Projects – District‐Wide Reconstruction Phase II
RESOLVED, That the Board of Education hereby approves Change Order No. 106‐001 consisting of PCI 014, PCI 016, PCI 029, PCI 041, PCI 044, PCI 056, PCI 057, PCI 061 and PCI 064 for $26,743.03 to Scrufari Construction Co, LLC, 3925 Hyde Park Blvd, Niagara Falls, NY 14305; and
RESOLVED, That the President of the Board be authorized to execute the construction change order on behalf of the District; and
RESOLVED, That the District Clerk be directed to obtain the signature of the President of the Board. Motion to approve Change Order No. 106‐001 For Scrufari Construction Co., LLC For General Construction Work On The Stewardship Capital Projects – District‐Wide Reconstruction Phase II
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Russell Petrozzi.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.13 Approval of Change Order No. 111‐001 For Johnson Controls Inc. For Temperature Control Work on The Stewardship Capital Projects – District‐Wide Reconstruction Phase II
RESOLVED, That the Board of Education hereby approves Change Order No. 111‐001 consisting of PCI 048 for $28,238.00 to Johnson Controls Inc., 130 John Muir Dr. Amherst, NY 14228; and
RESOLVED, That the President of the Board be authorized to execute the construction change order on behalf of the District; and
RESOLVED, That the District Clerk be directed to obtain the signature of the President of the Board.
Motion to approve Change Order No. 111‐001 For Johnson Controls Inc. For Temperature Control Work on The Stewardship Capital Projects – District‐Wide Reconstruction Phase II
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Ronald J Barstys.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.14 Approval of Payment No. 5 to Scrufari Construction Co., LLC. for General Contractor Work, Contract #106, For The Stewardship Capital Project
RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approves the payment of $1,163,577.26 to Scrufari Construction Co LLC, 3925 Hyde Park Blvd Niagara Falls, NY 14305 in accordance with the Application and Certificate for Payment #5; and further
RESOLVED, That the appropriation be expended from the Capital Fund and submitted as a claim for State Aid reimbursement according to the State formula for school buildings.
Motion to approve Payment No. 5 to Scrufari Construction Co., LLC. for General Contractor Work, Contract #106, For The Stewardship Capital Project
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Ronald J Barstys.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.15 Approval of Payment No. 6 to John W. Danforth Company for Plumbing Work, Contract #107, For The Stewardship Capital Project
RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approves the payment of $94,468.07 to John W. Danforth Company, 300 Colvin Woods Parkway Tonawanda, NY 14150 in accordance with the Application and Certificate for Payment #6; and further
RESOLVED, That the appropriation be expended from the Capital Fund and submitted as a claim for State Aid reimbursement according to the State formula for school buildings.
Motion to approve Payment No. 6 to John W. Danforth Company for Plumbing Work, Contract #107, For The Stewardship Capital Project
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Ronald J Barstys.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.16 Approval of Payment No. 6 to John W. Danforth Company for Mechanical / HVAC Work, Contract #108/109, for The Stewardship Capital Project
RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approves the payment of $1,597,912.00 to John W. Danforth Company, 300 Colvin Woods Parkway Tonawanda, NY 14150 in accordance with the Application and Certificate for Payment #6; and further
RESOLVED, That the appropriation be expended from the Capital Fund and submitted as a claim for State Aid reimbursement according to the State formula for school buildings.
Motion to approve Payment No. 6 to John W. Danforth Company for Mechanical / HVAC Work, Contract #108/109, for The Stewardship Capital Project
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Ronald J Barstys.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.17 Approval of Payment No. 6 to Cir Electric Co. for Electrical Work, Contract #110, for The Stewardship Capital Project
RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approves the payment of $357,058.40 to CIR Electric Co. 400 Ingham Avenue Buffalo, NY 14218 in accordance with the Application and Certificate for Payment #6; and further
RESOLVED, That the appropriation be expended from the Capital Fund and submitted as a claim for State Aid reimbursement according to the State formula for school buildings.
Motion to approve Payment No. 6 to Cir Electric Co. for Electrical Work, Contract #110, for The Stewardship Capital Project
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Ronald J Barstys.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
6.18 Approval of Payment No. 5 to Johnson Controls Inc. For Temperature Control Work, Contract #111, for The Stewardship Capital Project
RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approves the payment of $160,441.00 to Johnson Controls Inc. 130 John Muir Drive, Suite 100 Amherst, NY 14228 in accordance with the Application and Certificate for Payment #5; and further
RESOLVED, That the appropriation be expended from the Capital Fund and submitted as a claim for State Aid reimbursement according to the State formula for school buildings.
Motion to approve Payment No. 5 to Johnson Controls Inc. For Temperature Control Work, Contract #111, for The Stewardship Capital Project
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Ronald J Barstys.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
6.19 Approval of Payment No. 1 to Mark Cerrone Inc. for Selective Demolition of Maintenance Garage, Contract #112
RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approves the payment of $82,138.00 to Mark Cerrone Inc., 2368 Maryland Ave Niagara Falls, NY 14305 in accordance with the Application and Certificate for Payment #1; and further
RESOLVED, That the appropriation be expended from the General Fund, wherein the General Fund has received insurance proceeds of $250,000.00 to mitigate the expense associated with the demolition of the Maintenance Garage. Motion to approve Payment No. 1 to Mark Cerrone Inc. for Selective Demolition of Maintenance Garage, Contract #112
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Ronald J Barstys.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
7. Review of Proposed Policiy(ies)
Action, Information: 7.01 Review of Policies ‐Resolution Adopting Policy #5676 Entitled “Privacy and Security for Student Data and Teacher and Principal Data” of The City School District of the City of Niagara Falls
Motion to table policy 5676 for 30 days.
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Earl F Bass.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
8. Information and Reports
Information: 8.01 Superintendent's Report:
The Superintendent thanked the Board, Unions, and community for the support the District has received during the pandemic. We will be ready to open, but there is much work left to do.
Mr. Bilson offered that he works with people on other boards overseeing public and private education, and he feels the District is far ahead of both those other organizations in terms of handling the pandemic. He offered congratulations to Mr. Laurrie.
Mr. Vilardo echoed that sentiment and offered congratulations to the newly graduated students and those who earned the seals of biliteracy.
Mrs. Dunn offered sought clarification on a matter she heard of in the community: can ill students get a ride home? Mr. Laurrie said, yes, from the bus company, as a matter of last resort. Mr. Paretto congratulated the students honored this evening and thanked staff for its work. He observed that the District is asking a lot from staff and teachers but and they are stepping up, but he wishes the governments would help.
Mr. Bass Earl echoed the aforementioned congratulations and encouraged families to be patient as the school year begins.
Dr. Barstys echoed the aforementioned congratulations to students and Mr. Laurrie and added congratulations to Mr. Kudela on completing his Board training.
Mr. Petrozzi congratulated all and cautioned that the road ahead is long; districts, local governments, and communities must work together and be united to survive the pandemic in as fiscally sound a manner as possible.
Mr. Cancemi acknowledged that the District is the largest in the county and the leadership in these times has been exceptional. He then offered his disappointment in the newly‐made decision to cease celebrating Columbus Day, a decision aimed at increased cultural sensitivity.
8.02 Board Members Comments and Reports 9. Advanced Planning 9.01 Future Agenda Items 9.02 Future Meeting Dates
September 10, 2020 Board Review Meeting September 24, 2020 Board Regular Meeting
10. Adjournment
10.02 Adjournment in memory of the following who recently passed away: Virginia W. " Ginny " McEvoy Retired Special Education teacher at NFHS Joseph Paduano, one time Niagara Falls Board of Education CETA program security specialist, father of grade two teacher Lisa Valvo and cousin of retired Superintendent Carmen Granto and retired Superintendent Cynthia Bianco. Daniel O’Leary, uncle of teacher Kevin Gruarin. Motion to adjourn Motion by Paul Kudela, second by Anthony F Paretto. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF EDUCATION DATE: SEPTEMBER 10, 2020 KIND OF MEETING: REVIEW MEETING LOCATION: Administration Central Office Board Room 630 66th Street Niagara Falls, NY MEMBERS PRESENT: Dr. Barstys, Mr. Bass, Mr. Bilson, Mrs. Dunn, Mr. Kudela, Mr. Paretto, Mr. Petrozzi, Mr. Vilardo. MEMBERS EXCUSED: Mr. Cancemi
Meeting called to order by Dr. Barstys at 5:33 p.m.
1. 5:30 p.m. ARS/7:00 pm ‐ Regular Board Meeting
Information: 1.01 ARS Topics ‐
Opening of Schools and Return to School updates were provided by the Superintendent:
In Person: Students in the Blue Group have reported to school. It is going very well; students are abiding by protocol.
Attendance is down, but that is not a concern. Nearly 2,000 students are in school simultaneously – this is a manageable number.
Busing went smoothly; Mr. Dowd provided 30 busses for NFHS.
One parent had an issue with a photo posted of students in a parking lot in close proximity with no masks. NFHS Administration will speak with those students.
Drinking fountains have been closed; water is being provided, nonetheless.
Students in the Gold Group report to school tomorrow, with another 2,000 students or so.
Total Remote: Requests for total remote learning are still being received. There have been about 2,200 requests so far.
Each school has its own virtual school for accountability and community. Class sizes: maybe two classes at NFHS could be over‐subscribed, but the District will review and address this issue.
Remote Academy: 2,182‐2,350 requests have been received. Each school has a Remote Learning Academy. This is moving slowly. The Superintendent has directed that every teacher contact every student in short order. Information Services is processing 7,500 programmed, filtered laptops. By next Wednesday, a process will be in place for a student and parent to sign out a device at the school. There is a shortage of sleeves.
After loaning the devices, two centers will be set up ‐ hardware and software.
The District has approximately 250 mifis. Niagara Falls Boys &Girls Club will receive one; St. James will receive one. These serve district students in after‐school programs. If other entities that serve students request the same, their requests will be evaluated.
Smart Schools monies still exist in District coffers, which will help abate the impact on the General Fund.
Mr. Granieri has secured a mobile management system.
Dr. Barstys inquired whether the District has policies around this unique time, i.e., can the District require students to attend in person when the pandemic abates. Mr. Laurrie replied that that would be difficult.
The NFHS master schedule was scrapped, and re‐created to accommodate virtual learning. This was a feat, but it did cause a delay. To undo that will be another feat, but the goal is a return to normalcy at the appropriate time. Kudos to those staff members who worked long hours and weekends and the holiday to accomplish what needed to be done.
Remote Academies Concerns:
1. 12 to 14 combination classes exist; 2. Some classes sizes are a little over contractually agreed upon size. This will be addressed.
Sports: Sports‐ Football volleyball, cheer have been moved to March 21, 2021.
Golf, Cross country, soccer, tennis, girls swim on the table. Girls swim may move to spring. Other four will start September 28. This will require a compressed schedule for physicals and will be available to Junior Varsity and Varsity teams only. No modified.
Isolation rooms:
Dash Board: NYS Department of Health has established a virtual dashboard to track positive COVID‐19 cases among teachers, staff, administrators, and students, by school and District, across the State. Daily updates are required of the Superintendent.
Today, three students were sent to an isolation room with potential COVID symptoms. These students will be tested and cannot return to school until they receive a negative test and a note from a Primary Care Physician. It can take five to six days for test results. The students mentioned above have siblings in other schools who also were removed to quarantine.
There will be no after school activities at this time.
A discussion took place about whether and how to expedite testing, if possible. The Superintendent is working on it with the County and hospitals.
Budget: There has been no movement on the budget. The District is due a major payment of $11 million at end of September; administration is very concerned to see how much actually comes. Three sums have been withheld from the 19/20 fiscal year:
1. $1,055,000 in excess cost aide; 2. $28,000 in food reimbursement; 3. $502,998 in grant money.
If 20% is cut in State aid, as has been indicated as a possibility, that would a loss of $22 million to this District.
A review of the next meeting, September 24 Regular Meeting, was held.
AGENDA REVIEW SESSION NIAGARA FALLS BOARD OF EDUCATION SEPTEMBER 24, 2020
Dr. Barstys opened the ARS at 5:36 p.m. Mr. Laurrie thanked the audit committee, which met prior to the regular meeting. The Superintendent of Schools is today celebrating 37 years as an employee of the District.
COVID/School Open Updates: o Hybrid model now in use; this is the safest model, but is not ideal. o The teachers are now accelerating instruction to increase learning. Technology: Information Services has prepared 7,500 laptops for students. Each device is signed out to each individual student. Roll‐out has been slow, but correct. A Home Technology Support Help Desk has been established. The District has not had any COVID 19 cases; 240 rapid testing will be available Wednesday and Thursday. Those individuals who exhibit symptoms are sent home, as are their siblings, in the case of students. They may return to school with a negative test and 48 hours symptom‐free with no medications. NYSDOH has established a dash board for the community. The Superintendent of Schools attends to this daily. Dr. Zucker (NYS) sent a threatening letter to Superintendents whom they felt had not updated the dashboard. We have done so. Food: Distribution is seeing a low subscription for non‐hybrid students. Distribution sites are now five in number. Four sports are getting underway at Junior Varsity, Varsity levels. Returns: 2,331 students are on total remote learning. No more such situations are being accepted. This number represents 34% of student body. Special Education and ESL students: all remote students were called to invite them to come back to school. Frank Coney called 124 parents on Saturday; six of these will return, four days week, starting in October. The Superintendent of Schools is concerned about students academically and feels students need to be in school; Primary school students are next to be contacted to encourage them to return to school. NWEA testing shows regression already. Students must return physically to school. Communication continues. Williamsville schools called for help in crafting an opening plan. Cabinet and the NFT Union President spoke with them. The threat of 20% budget cut by Albany remains. FEMA reimbursement has so far been unsuccessful.
Mr. Giarrizzo provided a review of NYSSBA proposed resolutions.
An agenda review was held.
BOARD REVIEW SESSION NIAGARA FALLS BOARD OF EDUCATION OCTOBER 8, 2020 PRESENT: Dr. Barstys, Mr. Bilson, Mrs. Dunn, Mr. Petrozzi, Mr. Vilardo. EXCUSED: Mr. Bass, Mr. Cancemi, Mr. Kudela, Mr. Paretto,
Dr. Barstys opened the BRS at 5:30 p.m. Capital Project Update: April Bradley, Tony Miceli, Ann Dafchik, and Mr. Smeal provided an update on the capital projects, including:
GPS: Stage work; window film on historic windows CES: duct work LPS: Dectron unit MAS: boilers; water pipes and insulation; Mr. Laurrie asked for a price to replace hallway floor tile between cafeteria and main entrance MAS: stage area – acoustic panels; stage curtains. Rooftop unit for gym/locker room area. MAS: coming summer 2021, 13 classroom floors, millwork on two floors. NFHS: basement eyewash station in boiler room; sump pump, two new hot water storage tanks; Dectron units; coating the clock tower; adding panels; power washing. Spring break: millwork in cafeterias. 79th Street: Change order‐ additional soffit demo and buildout ‐to accommodate ductwork. Also, change order – wall to separate storage unit from girl’s locker room; tilework in locker rooms. Summer 2021 at 79: demo radiators/boilers, make new connections. GJM: Change order expansion tank for chilled water system. The Superintendent requests a new, lit flagpole. HP: Change order – basement build wall , reroute some water lines, floor drain moved, pumps for boilers. Roof top unit above stage. Change order: main lobby off Michigan Avenue ‐ piping in ceiling caused portion of ceiling to need removal/replacement. Bricks were given to each Board member to commemorate the Hyde Park chimney, now replaced.
The Superintendent added that 90% of the capital project work is done, and an equal percentage of payments have been made. Change Orders account for only two percent. EXCEL funds will be extinguished at the conclusion of The Stewardship Project. About $1.3 million of the bonded $55 million will remain. Roofs in need: HJK partial, CEC total. A bid packet will be prepared. Both roofs will be unaided. (HJK not Maximum Cost Allowance eligible for another two or three years; CEC is not a school). Mr. Petrozzi questioned whether those funds could be put aside and be used later to cover the two percent local contribution; Mr. Giarrizzo offered that funds not used would eventually be lost. The CEC roof is in poor condition; CEC is unaidable in any event. It must be done, especially as records are stored there.
The Board requested further discussion regarding the Community Education Center. Fire Reports: Mr. Smeal provided the following report: All buildings were inspected in June; citings were all small things which were easily corrected ‐ missing ceiling tiles, for example. Since construction was underway, this is a nontypical year. JCI is checking all fire extinguishers now. JCI is verifying all District‐owned hydrants. Caps will be painted to indicate flow (Gallons Per Minute). Two new BOCES Risk Mangers are on board now, since Mr. Czaja moved on to other employment. Leon Szerbinski, one manager, has an extensive fire safety background.
COVID/School Open Updates:
13 cases of COVID confirmed all related to Maple Avenue. NFMMC helping with testing. The goal is to re‐open Maple Avenue School October 19 – this is a very tentative date and dependent upon testing outcomes. Six hundred persons have been tested. Maple teachers have acclimated very well to remote teaching. The District is looking into buying a rapid COVID 19 testing system ; Dr Silvaroli has made application to the proper authority. This would require an agreement with parents and unions. Communication: Daily calls and videos continue; next Tuesday there will be a staff webinar; parent forums will take place next Thursday. Parents will be able to pose questions. Technology: Response to the pandemic continues; 33% of students are remote learners. The District has purchased 480 mifi devices at $100 each plus $30 monthly fee, which is aidable through BOCES. A Help Desk is running and roaming teams are in place to address issues. The November Review Meeting will include a demonstration of remote lesson. The District has brought back ENL and Special Education students to class four days a week. Consideration of bringing back primary students is ongoing. Grading is reverting to the regular grading system. The District is looking at remote attendance/participation levels. Funding: The Superintendent met with political leaders, and explained the financial struggle districts are facing. Without aid, the 21/22 academic year will start $8 million in the red. The Superintendent expressed his dissatisfaction with the budgeting process by the State in cutting 20% across the board, which is inequitable. The District has spent $402,851 dollars in Personal Protective Equipment and technology in response to COVID 19; the State has simultaneously withheld $1,966,826. The District has applied to FEMA for funds, but even if successful, such aid would not cover more than 75% of submitted costs. The City is giving the District $100, 000 of CARES money.
An agenda review was held.
Dr. Barstys opened the meeting at 5:32.
The Superintendent congratulated community member Mr. Ron Anderluh, who was feted at the City Council meeting for 50 years of volunteer service.
Review of External Audit Dresher & Malecki: As required by the State, an external audit was conducted for the year ending June 30, 2020. The firm of Dresher & Malecki was hired to do this work and produce the required report. The Audit Committee heard the report and accepted it at its 4 p.m. meeting today. Minor adjustments to the report may be made until November 5. The Board will be able to vote November 5 to accept the audit.
The budget of approximately $150 million, plus $18 million in grants; $5million in cafeteria fund; and capital projects of about $120million, yield a figure of about $250 million which was to be audited.
Matt Montalbo and Charles Trottier of Dresher & Malecki explained that they provide their professional opinion based on information given by District but that they work independent of the District; they thanked the District financial and business staff for their coordination in giving access to books and records required. They are recommending an unmodified audit, the best determination possible to achieve.
There is only one finding – the extra classroom activity fund in elementary schools. The Superintendent will not remove school treasurers at the primary level, despite the State’s position on the matter prior to grade seven.
The Superintendent pointed out that some savings were realized due to transportation savings realized March through October, but this will be offset by the corresponding lack of transportation aid. It will be a deficit in the future.
The Fund balance is a slight increase over last year, but funds received from the State are $1,020,000 less than the State had promised. Though the books show $25 million in reserves, $15 million dollars of that sum are restricted; the unrestricted portion of $6.1 million is really unassigned fund balance. Further, the cafeteria fund will likely slow down significantly, since only about 20% of last year’s students are taking advantage of the cafeteria this year.
In addition to State aid cuts, the District is not receiving the casino money once promised.
Despite this, the District was a stable condition at the end of the 19/20 academic year.
The Superintendent further pointed out that the number of confirmatories has seen a significant decline, thusly: 2018 – 55; 2019 – 40; 2020‐13.
The Audit Committee recommends the Board accept the audit.
*P = Presentation PS = Problem Solving D = Decision Making F = Feedback (Information Sharing) (Information Processing) (Information Sharing)
Update on Schools/COVID‐19 ‐ 1. There are or have been only 13 confirmed cases of COVID 19 in the District: No: 8 at Maple, 1 at Gaskill, 3 among Maple staff, 1 among staff at high school. 2. The Centers for Disease Control today issued new guidelines, recommending anyone near a positive case for 15 minutes be required to quarantine. This is significantly less than the 60 minutes previous guidance. 3. Remote Learning system is still improving. This is a new paradigm, with 35% of the student body as remote learners. Regarding technology, 90% of required equipment has been distributed. Before the pandemic is resolved, 600 or 700 mifis will have been distributed. 4. The District is in 90% software compliant with Education Law 2D, which deals with student data privacy. 5. On Wednesday three schools opened for tech support; this will be the new norm. 6. Sports: fall sports are concluded; there has been no guidance yet on winter sports. 7. Testing: Dr. Silvaroli submitted a license request to be a COVID 19 testing site. Entities cannot buy the equipment without this license. The NFCSD is the first district in the area to apply. Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center reports that zip codes 14301 and 14305 are seeing an uptick in cases. 8. Outside Groups: The Superintendent is proceeding very slowly in allowing outside use of facilities. However, the IBEW #237 is teaching two nights per week and the soccer fields have been in use. Perhaps a limited after school program will be forthcoming. If it is safe to do so, the District will pursue this, as students need after school programming and failure to do so could result in the forfeiture of grant money. 9. Self contained, reading recovery, and C.T. students have slowly started to come back to school. 10. Finances: Up to the conclusion of September, approximately $402,000 has been spent on Personal Protective Equipment and COVID‐related technology. Air handlers are also open all the time, resulting in increased costs.
A Review of the Agenda was held.
The Board entered Executive Session at 6:34 p.m. on a motion by Mr. Paretto and seconded by Mr. Kudela for the purpose of discussing the possible removal of an individual; litigation in which the District is involved currently; litigation regarding tax challenges; and litigation regarding former employees.
The Board exited Executive Session at 7 p.m. on a motion by Mrs. Dunn and seconded by Mr. Kudela.
*P = Presentation PS = Problem Solving D = Decision Making F = Feedback (Information Sharing) (Information Processing) (Information Sharing)
BOARD REGULAR SESSION NIAGARA FALLS BOARD OF EDUCATION OCTOBER 22, 2020
1. Agenda Review Session
2. Call to Order October 22, 2020 7:00 pm ‐ Regular Board Meeting (Thursday, October 22, 2020)
Meeting called to order at 7 p.m.
2.01 Pledge of Allegiance 2.02 Prayer 2.03 Roll Call Members present Ronald J Barstys, *Earl F Bass, *Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn *participated remotely.
3. Letters and Communications 3.01 Oral Communications ‐ Public Comment (SG4) Recognition of Outstanding Staff (SG2) The following were recognized for outstanding service to the students of the District: NFT ‐ Technology Integrator. Throughout the COVID 19 pandemic, Mr. Maynard has coordinated technology to train teachers, students on using the technology. Mr. Maynard has fielded hundreds of questions a day and is largely responsible for our successful remote academy.
CSEA‐ Marc Barone: Driver. Throughout COVID 19 pandemic, Mr. Barone has worked 71 straight days driving, delivering learning packets, books, PPE, food, etc. to schools, parents, teachers, etc. Commitment to District is obvious and appreciated. TAUL ‐. Mr. Kevin Edwards assisted in honoring the staff members; 500,000 meals were produced and delivered to community due to COVID 19. Those recognized were Senior School Monitors and School Monitor Lunch Cooks, Assistant Cooks and Food Service Helpers from Maple, Mann, LPS, GPS, NFHS, for their service during the ongoing COVID – 19 pandemic, as follows:
Safety Officers Wayne Flynn, Warren Gilmore, Ron Green, Sam Scott, Cindy Godlewski Cooks Anna Strangio, Anna Z Strangio (Assistant), Lori Franjoine, Kathy Peller (Assistant), Carrie Brazinski, Denise Noworyta, Renee Ziemathis, Juanita Tobias (Assistant); Food Service Helpers Anna Aquino, Jill Scott, Patricia Craig, Mary Hosey, Tammy Roscetti, Brenda Crayton, Michelle Leffler, Tina Flynn, Kimberly Jones, Brook Millikin, Debbie Castile, Janine Borowicz, Robin Harvey, Anita Fisher, Iola Brown, Marsha Fabiano, Carla Averhart; Senior School Monitors Roberta Rubin, Elizabeth York, Debbie Maj, Denise Claps; School Monitor Sharon Thompson
3.02 Written Communications ‐ The Board received notes of thanks from Jean Kennedy and from the family of Lewis Jeckovich for adjourning a meeting in memory of their loved ones.
4. Recommended Actions from the Superintendent of Schools ‐ Routine Matters (see BoardDocs)
4.01 Minutes – September 2020 Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Nicholas Vilardo. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
4.02 Approval of Budget Transfer ‐ # 3 Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Nicholas Vilardo. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
4.03 Approval of the following Bids: 1. Bid 11 ‐ Facility Paint Supplies Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Paul Kudela. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
4.04 Treasurer's Report – September Received & filed.
4.05 Budget Status Report – October Received & filed.
4.06 Personnel Report ‐ Certificated Motion by Rob Bilson, second by Clara Dunn. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn *Dr. Barstys abstained on Item IX, no. 9.
4.07 Personnel Report ‐ Classified Motion by Rob Bilson, second by Clara Dunn. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
4.08 Report from Committee on Special Education Motion by Paul Kudela, second by Anthony F Paretto. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
4.09 Report from Committee on Preschool Special Education Motion by Paul Kudela, second by Anthony F Paretto. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
4.10 Short‐Term Contracts 1. LoMax Barnes Improving attendance and discipline issues targeting young men of color; $8,000; Fund F 2110 404 098 1920; ($2,000); F 2110 404 098 9521 ($6,000) 2. Niagara Falls Peacemakers Back to Basic Ministry Safe Passage Program Gaskill/Hyde Park/Bus Safety 12 weeks $6800 F2110.404.098.1920 3. Jon Erwin Workshop: Restorative Justice Practices $750; September 2, 2020; F2070.404.045.8121
4. Laurie Leason; Course: Independent Comprehensive Speech/Language and Central Auditory Processing Evaluation; $240 per week; Ongoing; F2250.404.098.0721 5. Booker College Planning Seminar for College Planning and Readiness; $6,000; October 2020 to June 2021, (18 Days); F2010.404.098.6321 6. The Mindful Center, LLC; Workshop: Mindfulness and Trauma; $500; October 22, 2020 F2070.404.045.8121 Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Rob Bilson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
5. Unfinished Business
5.01 None
6. New Business
6.01 Approval of Receipt of Gift from Voya Financial
RESOLVED, That the Niagara Falls Board of Education gratefully accept the donation of 67 books; and RESOLVED, That the District Clerk be directed to send a letter of appreciation to: Lewis D. Custode, Jr., CLU, ChFC, CASL Voya Financial 6225 Sheridan Drive, Suite 212 Williamsville, NY 14221
Motion by Paul Kudela, second by Russell Petrozzi. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
6.02 Acceptance of Funds for the 2020‐2021 21st Century Community Learning Centers Prep And Elementary (Pre‐Prep) Grants
RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approves the acceptance of 2020‐2021 funds for 21st Century Community Learning Centers Prep and Elementary (Pre‐Prep) Grants; and further RESOLVED, That the grant award Pre‐Prep (Elementary) $571,616.00 be credited to 2020‐2021 Revenue Account code F4289.230.21 and Prep; $603,231.00 be credited to 2020‐2021 Revenue Account code F4289.240.21; and further RESOLVED, That the money be expended in the following function/object codes.
21st Century PREP Account
Appropriation Description Amount
F2110.132.098.2421 Per Diem $ 2,650 F2110.140.098.2421 Schedule B 169,990 F2110.150.014.2421 Grants Administrator 7,500 F2110.152.014.2421 Program Director 52,500 F2110.164.014.2421 Secretary 25,000 F2110.167.098.2421 Hourly ‐ Classified 14,400 F2110.404.098.2421 Purchased Services 269,500 F2110.409.098.2421 Travel 9,000 F2110.540.049.2421 Supplies ‐ GPS 2,154 F2110.540.050.2421 Supplies ‐ LPS 2,154 F2110.800.096.2421 ERS 6,383 F2110.802.096.2421 TRS 22,171 F2110.803.096.2421 FICA 19,829
Total Amount: $603,231 21st Century Pre‐Prep Account
Appropriation Description Amount
F2110.140.098.2321 Schedule B $134,070 F2110.132.098.2321 Per Diem 2,650 F2110.150.014.2321 Grant Administrator 7,500 F2110.152.014.2321 Program Director 52,500 F2110.164.014.2321 Secretary 15,651 F2110.177.098.2321 Classroom Associate 7,059 F2110.404.098.2321 Purchased Services 303,729 F2110.409.098.2321 Travel 3,000 F2110.540.098.2321 Supplies 7,124 F2110.800.096.2321 ERS 3,680 F2110.802.096.2321 TRS 18,749 F2110.803.096.2321 FICA 15,905
Total Amount: $571,616
ABSTRACT
1. School District: City School District of the City of Niagara Falls, New York 2. Title of Projects: 21st Century Community Learning Centers Pre‐Prep (Elementary) and Prep Grant Programs 3. Funding Source: New York State Education Department 4. Total Budget: Pre‐Prep (Elementary) $571,616.00 yearly and $2,858,080.00 for five years; PREP $603,231.00 yearly and $3,016,155.00 for five years. Grand total of $5,874,235.00 of funding for five years for the Pre‐Prep (Elementary) and Prep 21st Century Grants. 5. Total Staff: • 1 Program Director (1 FTE total) • 1 Grants Administrator (.10 FTE total) • 6 Site Coordinators (hourly schedule B) • 75 Activity Providers (hourly schedule B) 6. Number of Clients Served: 2,000 7. Major Objectives/Activities/Evaluation: • Increasing Math passing rate and overall ELA Common Core passing rate. • Develop within students a sense of personal and social responsibility regarding their work ethic and social behavior within the community, among family, peers and school staff. • Maximize the positive effects that school policies, parenting skills, teaching skills, administrative supervision and community partnerships have on developing and managing student behavior and learning. • Assist parents in becoming involved with the school and community in a partnership that enhances their children’s education. • Improving student engagement, connectedness, and mental health through increased student support for targeted students with supportive activities. ntary (Pre‐Prep) Grants (SG 1, 3)
Motion by Paul Kudela, second by Russell Petrozzi. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
6.03 Acceptance of Funds for the 2020‐2021 Extended School Day/School Violence Prevention Program (SG 1, 3)
RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approves the Acceptance of Funds for the 2020‐2021 Extended School Day/School Violence Prevention Program; and RESOLVED, That the grant award of $350,000 be credited to Revenue Account F3289.660.21 Extended School Day/Violence Prevention; and RESOLVED, That the money be expended in the following function/object codes:
Account Code Description Budget F2110.132.098.6621 PER DIEM $ 10,600
F2110.140.045.6621 SCHEDULE B – NFHS 9,680 F2110.140.098.6621 GRANT ADMIN 7,500 F2110.152.045.6621 PROJ DIRECT 13,500 F2110.164.014.6621 SECRETARY 6,800 F2110.167.045.6621 SUPPORT STAFF 1,560 F2110.404.098.6621 PURCHASE SVCS 96,500 F2110.409.098.6621 TRAVEL 750 F2110.540.045.6621 SUPPLIES 11,805 F2110.802.096.6621 TRS 13,305 F2110.803.096.6621 FICA/MEDICARE 9,925 TOTAL $350,000
Revenue Code: F3289.660.21 Motion by Paul Kudela, second by Russell Petrozzi. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
6.04 Acceptance of Funds for the 2020‐2021 Niagara Falls Teacher Resource Center Grant (SG 1, 3)
RESOLVED, That the Board of Education accepts the funds for the 2020‐2021 Niagara Falls Teacher Resource Center Grant; and RESOLVED, That the grant award of $44,621 be credited to Revenue Account F3289.810.21 Niagara Falls TRC; and RESOLVED, That the money be expended in the following function/object codes:
Appropriation Description Amount F2070.140.045.8121 Schedule B 10,855 F2070.151.045.8121 Stipends 14,400 F2070.404.045.8121 Purchase Services 11,790 F2070.409.045.8121 Travel 705 F2070.540.045.8121 Supplies 6,871 TOTAL $44,621
Revenue Code: F3289.810.21
Motion by Paul Kudela, second by Russell Petrozzi. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
6.05 Acceptance of Funds for the 2020‐2021 Mental Health Services Professional Demonstration Grant (SG 1, 3)
RESOLVED, That the Board of Education accepts the funds for the 2020‐2021 Mental Health Services Professional Demonstration Grant; and RESOLVED, That the grant award of $569,900 be credited to Revenue Account F4289.950.21; and RESOLVED, That the money be expended in the following function/object codes:
Appropriation Description Amount F2110.132.098.9521 PER DIEM $ 34,950 F2110.140.098.9521 SCHEDULE B 97,782 F2110.150.014.9521 GRANT COORDINATOR 4,080 F2110.151.098.9521 STIPENDS 150,000 F2110.152.014.9521 PROJECT DIRECTOR 66,300 F2110.404.098.9521 PURCHASED SERVICES 147,250 F2110.409.098.9521 TRAVEL 11,563 F2110.540.098.9521 SUPPLIES/MATERIALS 11,440 F2110.802.096.9521 TRS 11,572 F2110.803.096.9521 FICA 9,991 F2110.804.096.9521 WORKERS COMP 1,961 F2110.806.096.9521 UNEMPLOYMENT 3,396 F2110.807.096.9521 HEALTH INSURANCE 19,615
TOTAL $569,900
Revenue Code: F4289.950.21
Motion by Paul Kudela, second by Russell Petrozzi. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
6.06 Acceptance of Funds From The City Of Niagara Falls, New York for Assistance in the Operation and Maintenance of The Our Schools Channel OSC 1‐1‐2020 – 12‐31‐ 2020
RESOLVED, That the Board of Education accepts the sum of $10,000 (ten thousand dollars) from the City of Niagara Falls, New York for assistance in the operation and maintenance of Our Schools Channel and does hereby approve the Agreement attached hereto, by and between the City and School District, as to use of said funds; and RESOLVED, That the is subject to such modifications as the Superintendent and School District Attorney deem appropriate, and be it further RESOLVED, That the President is hereby authorized to execute the Agreement attached hereto; and RESOLVED, That the District Clerk is directed to obtain the signature of the President of the Board of Education on the Agreement
Motion by Paul Kudela, second by Russell Petrozzi. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
6.07 Approval of Special Meeting November 5, 2020 (SG 3)
RESOLVED, That a special meeting of this Board of Education shall be held at the Administration Board Auditorium, 630 66th Street, Niagara Falls, New York, at 7:00 p.m., on Thursday, November 5, 2020, for the purpose of considering and/or acting upon such business as might properly come before a regularly scheduled meeting of the Board if held on such date; and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Clerk shall give due notice thereof to the public media and the members of the Board of Education as required by law and the rules, by‐laws and regulations of this Board.
Motion by Nicholas Vilardo, second by Russell Petrozzi. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
6.08 Approval of Annual Fire Safety Reports – 2020/2021 (SG 1, 2, 4) RESOLVED, That the Board of Education accepts the annual Fire Safety Reports for the school year 2020/2021; and RESOLVED, That the Board direct the Director of Facilities to file copies of the fire safety reports in his office; and RESOLVED, That the Board direct the District Clerk to cause public notice that the fire safety reports were completed and to specify the location of the filed reports.
Motion by Nicholas Vilardo, second by Russell Petrozzi. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
6.09 Approval for the District Maintenance Barn Replacement Project (SG 3) RESOLVED, That the Board approve the proposed project to build a new Maintenance Bard to replace the building destroyed and be it further RESOLVED, That the District submit all the requisite plans and documents required to the State Education Department for their review.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
6.10 Approval of Contract Between The City School District of the City of Niagara Falls and Via Evaluation, Inc. for Professional Evaluation Services Required for the Pathways In Technology (P‐Tech) Grant Programming 10/1/2020—06/30/2021 (SG 1) RESOLVED, That the Contract between City School District of the City of Niagara Falls and Via Evaluation, Inc., for independent grant evaluation services, attached hereto, be approved; and be it further RESOLVED, That the Contract is subject to such modifications as the Superintendent and School District Attorney deem appropriate, and be it further RESOLVED, That the President of the Niagara Falls Board of Education be authorized to execute said contract; and RESOLVED, That the District Clerk be directed to obtain the signature of the President of the Board. CONTRACT FOR INDEPENDENT GRANT EVALUATION SERVICES BY INDEPENDENT CONSULTANT
THIS AGREEMENT, made this 22nd day of October, 2020 by and between the CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS, 630 66th Street, Niagara Falls, New York 14304, the first party, and Via Evaluation, Inc., 325 Delaware Ave, Suite 100 Buffalo, NY 14202,, the second party.
WITNESSETH:
IN CONSIDERATION OF the provisions and mutual covenants hereinafter set forth, the parties do hereby, MUTUALLY AGREE as follows:
1. Engagement of Second Party: The first party hereby engages the second party as an independent consultant to render to the first party professional grant evaluation services hereinafter described, and the second party hereby accepts such engagement, upon and subject to the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth.
2. Professional Services and Duties of the Second Party: The second party shall provide and render to the first party the usual and customary services of a consultant as they relate to grant evaluation which services shall include but not be limited to the following:
a. In‐person and phone‐based meetings and consultation b. Work with program staff and partners to set up a database for data collection that includes: • curriculum development log • recruitment log • record of inquiry‐based Math and Science enrichment offered • professional development log • parent involvement log • program planning log
c. Customary Document Preparation and reporting of required data to appropriate parties
All of these functions shall be performed in consultation with the Superintendent of Schools. This consultant should possess a thorough knowledge of grant evaluation. 3. Relationship between the Parties: The second party shall not be an employee of the first party. The second party is engaged by the first party only for the purposes and to the extent set forth in this Agreement and the relationship to the first party during the term of this agreement shall be solely and exclusively that of the professional consultant to perform only the services hereinbefore expressly set forth in the exclusive capacity of independent consultant only and in no event as servant or employee. Except as specifically set forth herein, neither party shall have the power to control the activities and operations of the other and their status at all times will continue to be that of independent contractor. 4. Compensation to Second Party: Upon receipt of due invoice indicating duties performed, the first party shall pay to the second party for services rendered a sum not to exceed $10,401 in four equal installments of $2,600.25 on November 1, 2020, January 15, 2021, April 15, 2021, and June 15, 2021 up to the invoice date. The second party shall deem payment checks payable to the order of the second party full payment to, and acquittance. 5. Taxes and Insurance: As an independent contractor, the second party is responsible for all withholding taxes, insurance, Worker’s Compensation and unemployment insurance. The second party as Independent Contractor shall obtain liability insurance in amounts acceptable to the first party and naming the first party, City School District Of City Of Niagara Falls, as additional named insured and shall file certificates evidencing such insurance with the District prior to commencing services under this Agreement. 6. Indemnification: To the fullest extent permitted by law, the second party shall indemnify and hold harmless the first party its, agents servants and/or employees from and against any and all cost, losses and damages arising out of the performance of its services under this Agreement excepting, however, the negligent acts or omissions of the first party its agents servants and/or employees. 7. Term of Contract: This Contract shall commence October 1, 2020 and terminate June, 30, 2021, provided, however, that any party may at any given time terminate this contract in all respects by giving to the other party thirty days advance written notice of its election to terminate the same. 8. Assignment: The services to be rendered by the second party under this Agreement are unique and personal. Accordingly, the second party shall not transfer or assign any of the duties or obligations under this Agreement and any attempted such transfer, assignment or delegation shall be wholly void. 9. Entire Agreement: This Agreement contains the entire agreement of the parties and may be modified or amended only in writing duly subscribed by all of the parties.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement on the day and year first above written.
CONSULTANT CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS
______Jessica Aungst Weitzel President Vincent Cancemi President, Via Evaluation, Inc.
STATE OF NEW YORK ) ) ss: COUNTY OF NIAGARA )
On this ______day of ______2020, before me, the undersigned, a Notary Public in and for the State of New York, personally appeared ,______, to me known or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the individual whose name is subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he/she executed the same in his capacity, and that by his/her signature on the instrument, the individual, or the person upon behalf of the individual acted, executed the instrument.
______Notary Public
STATE OF NEW YORK ) )ss: COUNTY OF NIAGARA )
On this ______day of 2020, before me, the undersigned, a Notary Public in and for the State of New York, personally appeared Vincent Cancemi, President of the Board of Education of the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls, New York, to me known or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the individual whose name is subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he/she executed the same in his capacity, and that by his/her signature on the instrument, the individual, or the person upon behalf of the individual acted, executed the instrument. ______Notary Public
Motion by Clara Dunn, second by Anthony F Paretto. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
6.11 Approval Of Contract Between The City School District Of The City Of Niagara Falls And Niagara County Community College For Professional Services Required For The Pathways In Technology (P‐Tech) Grant Programming 10/1/2020—06/30/2021 (SG 1) RESOLVED, That the Contract between the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls and Niagara County Community College, for professional services, attached hereto, be approved; and be it further RESOLVED, That the Contract is subject to such modifications as the Superintendent and School District Attorney deem appropriate, and be it further
RESOLVED, That the President of the Niagara Falls Board of Education be authorized to execute said contract; and RESOLVED, That the District Clerk be directed to obtain the signature of the President of the Board. CONTRACT FOR INDEPENDENT GRANT EVALUATION SERVICES BY INDEPENDENT CONSULTANT
THIS AGREEMENT, made this 22nd day of October, 2020 by and between the CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS, 630 66th Street, Niagara Falls, , New York 14304, the first party, and Niagara County Community College., 3111 Saunders Settlement Road, Sanborn, New York 14132, the second party.
WITNESSETH:
IN CONSIDERATION OF the provisions and mutual covenants hereinafter set forth, the parties do hereby, MUTUALLY AGREE as follows:
1. Engagement of Second Party: The first party hereby engages the second party as an independent consultant to render to the first party professional grant evaluation services hereinafter described, and the second party hereby accepts such engagement, upon and subject to the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth.
2. Professional Services and Duties of the Second Party: The second party shall provide and render to the first party the usual and customary services of a consultant as they relate to grant evaluation which services shall include but not be limited to the following: a. Coordinate and assist with curriculum development and alignment b. Coordinate student support services c. Facilitate adjunct professorships d. Facilitate Advisory Council Meetings
All of these functions shall be performed in consultation with the Superintendent of Schools. The IHE should possess a thorough knowledge of the P‐Tech grant. 3. Relationship between the Parties: The second party shall not be an employee of the first party. The second party is engaged by the first party only for the purposes and to the extent set forth in this Agreement and the relationship to the first party during the term of this agreement shall be solely and exclusively that of the professional consultant to perform only the services hereinbefore expressly set forth in the exclusive capacity of independent consultant only and in no event as servant or employee. Except as specifically set forth herein, neither party shall have the power to control the activities and operations of the other and their status at all times will continue to be that of independent contractor. 4. Compensation to Second Party: Upon receipt of due invoice indicating duties performed, the first party shall pay to the second party for services rendered in a sum not to exceed $20,000 in four installments of $5,000 on November 1, 2020, January 15, 2021, April 15, 2021, and June 15, 2021 up to the invoice date. The second party shall deem payment checks payable to the order of the second party full payment to, and acquittance. 5. Taxes and Insurance: As an independent contractor, the second party is responsible for all withholding taxes, insurance, Worker’s Compensation and unemployment insurance. The second party as Independent Contractor shall obtain liability insurance in amounts acceptable to the first party and naming the first party, City School District Of City Of Niagara Falls, as additional named insured and shall file certificates evidencing such insurance with the District prior to commencing services under this Agreement. 6. Indemnification: To the fullest extent permitted by law, the second party shall indemnify and hold harmless the first party its, agents servants and/or employees from and against any and all cost, losses and damages arising out of the performance of its services under this Agreement excepting, however, the negligent acts or omissions of the first party its agents servants and/or employees.
7. Term of Contract: This Contract shall commence October 1, 2020 and terminate June, 30, 2021, provided, however, that any party may at any given time terminate this contract in all respects by giving to the other party thirty days advance written notice of its election to terminate the same. 8. Assignment: The services to be rendered by the second party under this Agreement are unique and personal. Accordingly, the second party shall not transfer or assign any of the duties or obligations under this Agreement and any attempted such transfer, assignment or delegation shall be wholly void. 9. Entire Agreement: This Agreement contains the entire agreement of the parties and may be modified or amended only in writing duly subscribed by all of the parties.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement on the day and year first above written.
CONSULTANT CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS
______President Vincent Cancemi President, NCCC
STATE OF NEW YORK ) ) ss: COUNTY OF NIAGARA )
On this ______day of ______2020, before me, the undersigned, a Notary Public in and for the State of New York, personally appeared,______, to me known or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the individual whose name is subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he/she executed the same in his capacity, and that by his/her signature on the instrument, the individual, or the person upon behalf of the individual acted, executed the instrument.
______Notary Public STATE OF NEW YORK ) )ss: COUNTY OF NIAGARA )
On this ______day of 2020, before me, the undersigned, a Notary Public in and for the State of New York, personally appeared Vincent Cancemi, President of the Board of Education of the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls, New York, to me known or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the individual whose name is subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he/she executed the same in his capacity, and that by his/her signature on the instrument, the individual, or the person upon behalf of the individual acted, executed the instrument.
______Notary Public
Motion by Clara Dunn, second by Anthony F Paretto. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
6.12 Approval of Contract For Professional Consultant Services Between The City School District of The City of Niagara Falls and Niagara University for Remote and On‐Site Instructional Coaching Services for the 2020 2021 School Year (SG 1)
RESOLVED, That the Contract for remote, and when possible according to Covid19 safety guidelines, in‐person coaching services between the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls, and Niagara University a copy of which is attached be and is hereby approved; and RESOLVED, That the Contract is subject to such modifications as the Superintendent and School District Attorney deem appropriate, and be it further RESOLVED, That the President of the Niagara Falls Board of Education be authorized to execute said Contract; and RESOLVED, That the District Clerk be directed to obtain the signature of the President of the Board. CONTRACT FOR SERVICES BY INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR
THIS AGREEMENT, made this day of October 22, 2020 by and between the CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF th NIAGARA FALLS, 630‐66 Street, Niagara Falls, New York 14304, (hereinafter “District”) and Niagara University 5795 Lewiston Road Lewiston, New York 14109.
WITNESSETH:
IN CONSIDERATION OF the provisions and mutual covenants hereinafter set forth, the parties do hereby MUTUALLY AGREE as follows: 1. Engagement of Name. The District hereby engages Niagara University as an independent contractor to render to the District the services, and Niagara University hereby accepts such engagement, upon and subject to the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth. 2. Professional services and duties of the Name: Niagara University shall provide and render to the District the usual and customary services of a contractor for which services are delineated below: a) 700 hours of remote, and when possible according to Covid 19 safety guidelines, on‐site coaching services.
All of the functions will be performed under the direction of the Superintendent and/or his designee. Niagara University shall possess a thorough knowledge and ability to carry out the requirements of this service contract. 3. Relationship Between the Parties. Niagara University shall not be an employee of the District. Niagara University is engaged by the District only for the purposes and to the extent set forth in this Agreement and the relationship to the District during the term of this agreement shall be solely and exclusively that of the contractor to perform only the services herein before expressly set forth in the exclusive capacity of an independent contractor only and in no event as servant or employee. 4. Niagara University. Upon receipt of payment invoices, the District shall pay to Niagara University its services hereunder a sum not to exceed $35,000.00 Payment will be made in 3 payments. Payment one will follow the services delivered through December 22, 2020. Payment 2 will follow the services delivered through March 26, 2021, and payment 3 will follow the coaching services delivered through June 24, 2021. Payment checks payable to the order of the Niagara University shall be deemed full payment to, and acquitance by Niagara University. 5. Indemnification. To the fullest extent permitted by law, Niagara University shall indemnify and hold harmless the District, its agents, servants, and/or employees from and against any and all costs, losses, and damages arising out of the performance of its services under this Agreement excepting, however, the negligent acts or omissions of the District, it’s agents, servants and/or employees. 6. Taxes and Insurances. Niagara University and/or its subcontractor shall maintain general liability insurance in amounts acceptable to the District. All policies shall name the District as additional party insured. Niagara University and/or its subcontractor are responsible for all withholding taxes, insurance, unemployment, and Worker’s Compensation insurance as required by law Certificates of insurance shall be filed with District prior to the commencement of services and after each renewal date of the policies listed on the certificates. The certificates shall contain provision that coverage afforded under the policies will not be canceled until at least thirty days prior written notice is given to the District. 7. Term of Contract. This contract shall be effective from October 22, 2020 to June 30, 2021, provided however, that either party may at any given time terminate this contract in all respects by giving to the other party thirty days advance written notice of its election to terminate the same. 8. Assignment: The services to be rendered by Niagara University under this Agreement are unique and personal. Accordingly, Niagara University shall not transfer or assign and/or subcontract any of the rights or delegate any of the duties or obligations under this Agreement without the prior written consent of the District and any attempted such transfer, assignment delegation and/or subcontracting without such written consent shall be void. 9. Entire Agreement. This Agreement contains the entire agreement of the parties and may be modified or amended only in writing duly subscribed by the parties.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement on the date and year first above written.
Independent Contractor President, Board of Education
STATE OF NEW YORK ) ) ss: COUNTY OF NIAGARA )
On this ______day of ______2020, before me, the undersigned, a Notary Public in and for the State of New York, personally appeared , , to me known or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the individual whose name is subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he/she executed the same in his capacity, and that by his/her signature on the instrument, the individual, or the person upon behalf of the individual acted, executed the instrument.
______Notary Public
STATE OF NEW YORK ) )ss: COUNTY OF NIAGARA )
On this ______day of ______2020, before me, the undersigned, a Notary Public in and for the State of New York, personally appeared James Cancemi, President of the Board of Education of the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls, New York, to me known or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the individual whose name is subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he executed the same in his capacity, and that by his signature on the instrument, the individual, or the person upon behalf of the individual acted, executed the instrument.
______Notary Public
Motion by Clara Dunn, second by Anthony F Paretto. Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
6.13 Approval of Payment No. 7 to Scrufari Construction Co, LLC for General Contractor Work, Contract #106, for The Stewardship Capital Project (SG3) RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approves the payment of $535,361.35 to Scrufari Construction Co LLC, 3925 Hyde Park Blvd Niagara Falls, NY 14305 in accordance with the Application and Certificate for Payment #7; and further RESOLVED, That the appropriation be expended from the Capital Fund and submitted as a claim for State Aid reimbursement according to the State formula for school buildings.
Motion by Nicholas Vilardo, second by Rob Bilson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
6.14 Approval of Payment No. 8 to John W. Danforth Company for Plumbing Work, Contract #107, for The Stewardship Capital Project (SG3) RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approves the payment of $109,133.08 to John W. Danforth Company, 300 Colvin Woods Parkway Tonawanda, NY 14150 in accordance with the Application and Certificate for Payment #8; and further RESOLVED, That the appropriation be expended from the Capital Fund and submitted as a claim for State Aid reimbursement according to the State formula for school buildings. Motion by Nicholas Vilardo, second by Rob Bilson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
6.15 Approval of Payment No. 8 to John W. Danforth Company for Mechanical / HVAC Work, Contract #108/109, For The Stewardship Capital Project (SG3) RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approves the payment of $445,620.48 to John W. Danforth Company, 300 Colvin Woods Parkway Tonawanda, NY 14150 in accordance with the Application and Certificate for Payment #8; and further RESOLVED, That the appropriation be expended from the Capital Fund and submitted as a claim for State Aid reimbursement according to the State formula for school buildings. Motion by Nicholas Vilardo, second by Rob Bilson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
6.16 Approval of Payment No. 8 to CIR Electric Co. for Electrical Work, Contract #110, for The Stewardship Capital Project (SG3) RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approves the payment of $112,030.95 to CIR Electric Co. 400 Ingham Avenue Buffalo, NY 14218 in accordance with the Application and Certificate for Payment #8; and further RESOLVED, That the appropriation be expended from the Capital Fund and submitted as a claim for State Aid reimbursement according to the State formula for school buildings. Motion by Nicholas Vilardo, second by Rob Bilson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
6.17 Approval of Payment No. 7 to Johnson Controls Inc. for Temperature Control Work, Contract #111, for The Stewardship Capital Project (SG3) RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approves the payment of $59,714.00 to Johnson Controls Inc. 130 John Muir Drive, Suite 100 Amherst, NY 14228 in accordance with the Application and Certificate for Payment #7; and further RESOLVED, That the appropriation be expended from the Capital Fund and submitted as a claim for State Aid reimbursement according to the State formula for school buildings. Motion by Nicholas Vilardo, second by Rob Bilson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
6.18 Approval of Change Order No. 106‐003 for Scrufari Construction Co., LLC for General Construction Work on The Stewardship Capital Projects – District‐Wide Reconstruction Phase II (SG3) RESOLVED, That the Board of Education hereby approves Change Order No. 106‐003 consisting of PCI 013, PCI 024, PCI 028, PCI 030, PCI 085, PCI 103, PCI 104, PCI 107 and PCI 142 for $61,366.85 to Scrufari Construction Co, LLC, 3925 Hyde Park Blvd, Niagara Falls, NY 14305; and RESOLVED, That the President of the Board be authorized to execute the construction change order on behalf of the District; and RESOLVED, That the District Clerk be directed to obtain the signature of the President of the Board. Motion by Nicholas Vilardo, second by Rob Bilson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
6.19 Approval of Change Order No. 107‐002 for John W. Danforth Company for Plumbing Work on The Stewardship Capital Projects – District‐Wide Reconstruction Phase II (SG3) RESOLVED, That the Board of Education hereby approves Change Order No. 107‐002 consisting of PCI 022, PCI 037, PCI 049, PCI 058, PCI 072, PCI 080, PCI 084, PCI 097, PCI 098 and PCI 110 for $35,631.70 to John W Danforth Company at 300 Colvin Woods Pkwy Tonawanda, NY 14150; and RESOLVED, That the President of the Board be authorized to execute the construction change order on behalf of the District; and RESOLVED, That the District Clerk be directed to obtain the signature of the President of the Board. Motion by Nicholas Vilardo, second by Rob Bilson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
6.20 Approval of Change Order No. 108/109‐002 for John W. Danforth Company For HVAC/Mechanical Work on The Stewardship Capital Projects – District‐Wide Reconstruction Phase II (SG3) RESOLVED, That the Board of Education hereby approves Change Order No. 108/109‐002 consisting of PCI 012, PCI 125 and PCI 126 for $91,310.93 to John W Danforth Company at 300 Colvin Woods Pkwy Tonawanda, NY 14150; and RESOLVED, That the President of the Board be authorized to execute the construction change order on behalf of the District; and RESOLVED, That the District Clerk be directed to obtain the signature of the President of the Board. Motion by Nicholas Vilardo, second by Rob Bilson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
6.21 Approval of Change Order No. 111‐003 For Johnson Controls Inc. for Temperature Control Work on The Stewardship Capital Projects – District‐Wide Reconstruction Phase II (SG3) RESOLVED, That the Board of Education hereby approves Change Order No. 111‐003 consisting of PCI 075, PCI 129, PCI 133 and PCI 138 for $7,150.00 to Johnson Controls Inc., 130 John Muir Dr. Amherst, NY 14228; and RESOLVED, That the President of the Board be authorized to execute the construction change order on behalf of the District; and RESOLVED, That the District Clerk be directed to obtain the signature of the President of the Board. Motion by Nicholas Vilardo, second by Rob Bilson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
7. Review of the Proposed Policy(ies)
8. Information and Reports
8.01 Superintendent's Report The Superintendent thanked the Board for its support of the resolutions and personnel reports; offered condolences to the Petrozzi family on the death of Anthony Gara, and thanked Mr. Cancemi for participating, while wishing him improved health. He directed the Clerk to add Facilities Naming to the November 5 agenda, repeated his commitment to reporting to the community any new COVID 19 cases in a timely manner, and congratulated the Board on a fine audit, while adding that the results show the integrity and honesty of the finance and business personnel.
Mrs. Dunn observed that it is Board Appreciation Week and noted that she appreciates everyone on the Board; she expressed that she hopes to make a difference during her tenure and pledged enthusiasm and excitement to make a difference. Mrs. Dunn applauds teachers for their work on remote teaching and supports students acting and dressing appropriately during remote learning.
Mr. Bilson remarked that he echoes Mrs. Dunn’s thoughts and is proud to be on Board. He offered condolences to the Petrozzi family.
Mr. Kudela congratulated staff honored for their superior work and staff members who earned promotions. He thanked Dr. Bartsys for stepping to run the meetings in Mr. Cancemi’s absence.
Mr. Petrozzi thanked his colleagues for their kind words.
Mr. Paretto congratulated the evening’s award recipients and noted that it is good to give good employees their due. He congratulated all involved on the audit performed by Drescher Malecki and offered that he is proud to serve on Board. He offered Mr. Petrozzi his condolences.
Mr. Bass thanked staff and Mr. Laurrie, congratulated staff who were honored and thanked the Board for agreeing to allow him to participate remotely.
Mr. Cancemi was honored to take part in the meeting and misses being physically present.
Dr. Barstys offered his condolences to the Petrozzis, wished Mr. Cancemi health and gave credit to the staff of the finance and business offices. He commended Mr. Laurrie for closing Maple Avenue School due to positive COVID 19 cases; he is convinced it was the right decision. Dr. Barstys reflected that the Board of Education is a good board, each member bringing different expertise. He further reminded the public that many hours of study and preparation are spent by members for each meeting.
8.02 Board Members Report and Comments
9. Advanced Planning
9.01 Future Agenda Items
Review Mtg. ARS/Regular Mtg. Thursday, Nov. 5, 2020 Thursday, Nov. 19, 2020
1. Remote Learning Demonstration? 1. TBD 2. TBD 2. TBD 3. TBD 3. TBD 4. Review of the Nov. 22nd Regular Board 4. Review of the Nov. 22nd Regular Board Meeting – Mr. Laurrie, Mrs. Glaser, Ms. Meeting – Mr. Laurrie, Mrs. Glaser, Ms. Massaro Massaro
9.02 Future Meeting Dates
10. Adjournment
10.01 Meeting Adjourned in memory of the following who recently passed away: Samuel Certo, father of 79th Street School teaching assistant Patti Thompson. Joe Scirto, husband of Maple Avenue grade one teacher Nancy Scirto. Sam Ponticello, husband of Maple Avenue Teaching Assistant Colleen Ponticello. John M. Jesz, cousin of Teacher on Special Assignment Leah Baldassarre. Marie A. Finley Cozzo, former, business teacher at Gaskill Jr. High School and Niagara Falls High School. Motion by Clara Dunn, second by Anthony F Paretto. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
November 19 2020
AGENDA REVIEW SESSION NIAGARA FALLS BOARD OF EDUCATION November 19, 2020
Mr. Laurrie expressed his appreciation for everyone attending following COVID‐19 safety protocols.
School Naming: Mr. Laurrie introduced Men Standing Strong Together, men of color who are here to ask that some schools be re‐named in honor of people of color. Hugh Leftwich 2902 McKoon Ave. President of organization, made remarks which are incorporated into these minutes. (See attached).
The group was organized to address issues facing the Black community in Niagara Falls. Mr. Leftwich read a statement to the effect that children of color would have a greater sense of belonging if some schools were named for people of color. They request five schools be renamed. The Hyde Park to Bloneva P. Bond Elementary School; Maple to Dr. Charles Drew Elementary School, NSS to Theodore Williamson Elementary School; 79th to Mary McCloed Bethune Elementary School. CES to Congressman John Robert Lewis Elementary School.
Speaker two: Miss Zamarea Moore, a student at NSS, requests the school’s name be changed to Theodore Williamson Elementary School. Her remarks which are incorporated into these minutes. (See attached).
Speaker three: Allen Cowart III: speaking for him, his sister, Amaya Cowart. He requests Maple Avenue School be re‐named Dr. Charles Drew Elementary School. These remarks which are incorporated into these minutes. (See attached).
Speaker four: Jezel Allen, a grade six student at Harry F. Abate Elementary School, who request that 79th Street School be re‐named Mary McCloed Bethune Elementary School. Her remarks which are incorporated into these minutes. (See attached).
Gloria Dolson: Likened the reasoning for the renaming proposals to Jackie Robinson being signed to an all‐ white team: there was no reason not to do so.
The group also presented letters from the Rev. Harvey Kelly and the LaSalle Educational Club in support of their requests. See attached.
Mr. Laurrie congratulated Mr. Leftwich on forming this admirable group. Mr. Laurrie understands the issue and supports the sentiment. He pointed out that hiring of people of color has increased in the last five years. Further, Mr. Laurrie feels that a history of people of color should include more than the time period of slavery forward.
Mr. Laurrie acknowledged the two letters of support. The Board of Education has a policy regarding naming, which it will follow. The next steps will be taken in as timely a manner as the pandemic will allow.
Contact Persons: Ms. Dolson, Mr. Leftwich, left their information with the Clerk.
Marlin Moore: concerned too about drugs kids are using. Remote Learning Presentation: Mr. Weiss, president, NFT, presented a remote teaching example, to demonstrate it from a teacher’s perspective. Mr. Laurrie remarked that Mr. Weiss is a good teacher and a good partner as a union president. Mr. Weiss provided a digital presentation which demonstrated his virtual teaching environment. Safety is the first priority, but as a District a fine product has been produced. It is a stressful time for teachers – 250 teachers are over 50 years of age and had no been educated with technology as it exists today. Mr. Weiss’ presentation included an overview of the Microsoft Teams application in which environment remote learning is taking place. His points included:
‐ Teachers are multitasking ‐ The system is good but imperfect, e.g., providing constant supervision ‐ Inability to read non‐verbal cues from students is a challenge ‐ Technology can be cumbersome and time consuming ‐ It is necessary to teach to the least advanced student in any group.
The presentation also included what the process looks like from students’ perspectives and daily troubles that occur with technology, student use of computers, and so on.
Mr. Weiss thanked the Board for taking an interest in seeing it. He credited the District with giving support via Mr. Granieri, Mr. Maynard and others to assist with the technology learning curve.
REGULAR MEETING NIAGARA FALLS BOARD OF EDUCATION November 19, 2020
2. Call to Order at 7 p.m.
Information: 2.01 Pledge of Allegiance Information: 2.02 Prayer Information: 2.03 Roll Call
3. Letters and Communications
4. Recommended Actions ‐ Routine Items Action: 4.01 Minutes ‐ October 2020 Motion to approve minutes ‐ October 2020
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Nicholas Vilardo. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action, Information: 4.02 Budget Transfer #4 Approval of Budget Transfer ‐ #4
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Nicholas Vilardo. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action, Information: 4.03 Bids ‐ None.
Information, Discussion, Report, Receive and File: 4.04 Treasurer's Report ‐ October 2020 Information, Discussion, Report, Receive and File: 4.05 Budget Status Report ‐ November 2020
Action: 4.06 Personnel Report ‐ Certificated Motion to approve Certificated Report
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Anthony F Paretto. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 4.07 Personnel Report ‐ Classified Items Motion to approve the Personnel Report for Classified Staff
Motion by Nicholas Vilardo, second by Anthony F Paretto. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 4.08 Committee on Special Education Report Motion to accept the report from the Committee on Special Education.
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Clara Dunn. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 4.09 Committee on Pre‐School Special Education Report Motion to accept the report from the Committee on Pre‐School Special Education.
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Clara Dunn. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action, Information, Discussion: 4.10 Short‐Term Contract(s) Approval of Short‐Term Contracts ‐ See Attachment for List
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Clara Dunn. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
5. Unfinished Business
Information: 5.01 None
6. New Business
Action: 6.01 Approval of Contract For Consulting Services Between The City School District Of The City Of Niagara Falls And Because I Tried Enterprises, Inc. for Student Support Services for School Year (December 1, 2020 – June 30, 2021) Motion to approve Contract For Consulting Services Between The City School District Of The City Of Niagara Falls And Because I Tried Enterprises, Inc. for Student Support Services for School Year (December 1, 2020 – June 30, 2021)
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Russell Petrozzi. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.02 Approval of Contract Between The City School District Of The City Of Niagara Falls And Niagara University For Professional Consultant Services For 21st Century Elementary, 21st Century Preparatory, And Empire Grant Programming 12‐1‐2020 – 6‐30‐2021 Motion to accept Contract Between The City School District Of The City Of Niagara Falls And Niagara University For Professional Consultant Services For 21st Century Elementary, 21st Century Preparatory, And Empire Grant Programming 12‐1‐2020 – 6‐30‐2021
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Russell Petrozzi. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.03 Approval of Contract for Instructional Coaching Services for Teaching Strategies Between The City School District Of The City Of Niagara Falls, New York And Teaching Strategies, LLC For The 2020 ‐ 2021 School Year. Motion to accept Contract for Instructional Coaching Services for Teaching Strategies Between The City School District Of The City Of Niagara Falls, New York And Teaching Strategies, LLC For The 2020 ‐ 2021 School Year.
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Russell Petrozzi. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.04 Approval of the Corrective Action Plan (CAP) In Response to the District External Audit Report for the Fiscal Year 2019‐2020 Motion to accept the Corrective Action Plan (CAP) In Response to the District External Audit Report for the Fiscal Year 2019‐2020
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Rob Bilson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.05 Approval of the Resolution of The City School District of The City Of Niagara Falls, Niagara County, New York Regarding SEQR Determination Motion to approve the the Resolution of The City School District of The City Of Niagara Falls, Niagara County, New York Regarding SEQR Determination
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Rob Bilson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.06 Adoption Of Retention And Disposition Schedule For New York Local Government Records (LGS‐1) By The City School District Of The City Of Niagara Falls Motion to adopt Retention and Disposition Schedule For New York Local Government Records (LGS‐1) By The City School District Of The City Of Niagara Falls
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Rob Bilson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.07 Approval of Change Order No. 106‐004 For Scrufari Construction Co., LLC. for General Construction Work on The Stewardship Capital Projects – District‐Wide Reconstruction Phase II Motion to approve Change Order No. 106‐004 For Scrufari Construction Co., LLC. for General Construction Work on The Stewardship Capital Projects – District‐Wide Reconstruction Phase II
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Russell Petrozzi. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.08 Approval of Change Order No. 111‐004 for Johnson Controls Inc. For Temperature Control Work On The Stewardship Capital Projects – District‐Wide Reconstruction Phase II Motion to approve Change Order No. 111‐004 for Johnson Controls Inc. For Temperature Control Work On The Stewardship Capital Projects – District‐Wide Reconstruction Phase II
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Russell Petrozzi. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.09 Approval of Payment No. 8 to Scrufari Construction Co, LLC. for General Contractor Work, Contract #106, for The Stewardship Capital Project Motion to approve Payment No. 8 to Scrufari Construction Co, LLC. for General Contractor Work, Contract #106, for The Stewardship Capital Project
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Earl F Bass. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.10 Approval of Payment No. 9 to John W. Danforth Company. for Plumbing Work, Contract #107, For The Stewardship Capital Project Motion to approve Payment No. 9 to John W. Danforth Company. for Plumbing Work, Contract #107, For The Stewardship Capital Project
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Earl F Bass. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.11 Approval of Payment No. 9 to John W. Danforth Company for Mechanical / HVAC Work, Contract #108/109, for The Stewardship Capital Project Motion to approve Payment No. 9 to John W. Danforth Company for Mechanical / HVAC Work, Contract #108/109, for The Stewardship Capital Project
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Earl F Bass. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.12 Approval of Payment No. 9 to Cir Electric Co. for Electrical Work, Contract #110, for The Stewardship Capital Project Motion to approve Payment No. 9 to Cir Electric Co. for Electrical Work, Contract #110, for The Stewardship Capital Project
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Earl F Bass. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.13 Approval of Payment No. 8 to Johnson Controls Inc. for Temperature Control Work, Contract #111, for The Stewardship Capital Project Motion to approve Payment No. 8 to Johnson Controls Inc. for Temperature Control Work, Contract #111, for The Stewardship Capital Project
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Earl F Bass. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
7. Review of Proposed Policiy(ies) Action, Information: 7.01 Policy
8. Information and Reports Information: 8.01 Superintendent's Report Information: 8.02 Board Members Comments and Reports
Superintendent’s Report: Mr. Laurrie recognized Dr. Silvaroli for her efforts during COVID 19.
Our area not currently in an identified COVID‐19 ranked zone; nonetheless, the District is educating 4573 students in a hybrid manner, 2,301 wholly virtually.
Athletics have been postponed to December 14th , but physicals continue to take place.
The District has issued 417 mifis, of which 80 are not being used. The District will look into that. Tuesdays and Fridays are technology repair days. The District has made 460 repairs; nine laptops suffered water damage; two had broken jacks; one had a broken bottom case; one had been smashed (NFPD is looking into this). The District continues to track devices and may call them back to assess conditions.
Confirmed COVID 19 cases in the District : 44 to date ‐ 29 students 11 staff 4 others: intern, consultants, bus aide. Currently, there are three active cases. Contact tracing is lags behind in the County, therefore, the District is doing its own, without waiting for County. The District hopes to reopen closed schools 11/30.
Budget: $2,290,479 missing State aid $56,000 COVID‐related expenses this month $480,557 in COVID related expenses since July 2020.
Packets of information for yellow/orange/red zones have been prepared, in the case the area should enter such a designation.
Dr. Silvaroli contributed this information: The NY State Department of Health is impressed that District positive case numbers are so low. It is believed this is due to the two days in school per week instruction and sending home all family members as a precaution when an individual is suspected of being ill.
Facilities Update: Mr. Smeal informed the Board that a windstorm last weekend resulted in minor concerns which the City workers addresses expeditiously. Additionally, the Water Board addressed a leak adjacent to field at high school.
9. Advanced Planning Information: 9.01 Future Agenda Items
Information: 9.02 Future Meeting Dates
Action: 6.14 Executive Session for the purpose of discussing the possible demotion or discipline of an individual. Motion made at 7:50 p.m.
Motion by Nicholas Vilardo, second by Earl F Bass. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
10. Adjournment
Action: 10.01 The Board exited Executive session at 8:25 p.m. and adjournment in memory of the following who recently passed away: Motion to adjourn
Motion by Rob Bilson, second by Russell Petrozzi. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
BOARD REVIEW SESSION NIAGARA FALLS BOARD OF EDUCATION NOVEMBER 5, 2020 BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Ronald J Barstys*, Earl F Bass, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn, Paul Kudela, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo
Capital Project Update: April Bradley, Tony Miceli, Brian Trott
85% of work in Phase II of The Stewardship Project is complete;
Change Orders for November were reviewed, including: 79, MAS, HP ‐ transmitters to outside unit for climate control. HFA – drinking bottle filling stations HFA‐ security door, second means of egress for custodian Agenda Item 6.05 for the meeting of November 19 was explained; the District is submitting a SEQRA to SED in order to perform roofing work. The State will require a negative declaration to approve this work.
COVID 19 – Return to school update POSITIVE CASES: five staff members and 16 students have tested positive. Of this number, eight were students who are learning remotely, eight attend school in person. Only four of these individuals required contact tracing. All children who have tested positive have been asymptomatic. Additionally, one college intern and one Niagara Falls Coachlines associate have tested positive.
The District has secured a COVID 19testing license, the first District in State to do so. It becomes effective November 23, 2020 and is valid for two years. Now, the District will procure the necessary machine and testing kits. Dr. Silvaroli is working with the Purchasing Department to secure these. Student testing will require parent permission; the District will not circumvent primary care physicians in terms of giving medical advice with or without respect to COVID 19. NFMMC, Niagara County Department of Health, will still offer testing for District students and staff. Mr. Bilson stated for the record the Mr. Laurrie “consistently updates and even over communicates with the Board” regarding COVID 19 cases. This is greatly appreciated and shows transparency.
Technology – To date, the District has distributed 308 mifis and 4820 laptops to students. Mifis create a monthly bill, costing approximately $12,000 month. The mifi itself costs 100 per unit; these costs are at least partly aidable. Tech Days are being held at schools Tuesdays & Fridays
Academics ‐ The Board of Regents has canceled January Regents. The report card schedule is back in place. Six or seven percent students are applying themselves inconsistently.
Sports – The District is waiting to hear guidance on winter sports, but physicals will take place in order for student athletes to be prepared. After School Clubs will resume with Blue Group on Tuesdays; remotely on Wednesdays; and Gold Group on Thursdays. Very few outside groups have been allowed to use District facilities.
Finances – As of 10/26/,20 COVID 19‐related expenses are $464,377.68, including technology. This is about &72,000/month. FEMA may reimburse only a part of those costs; $53,064.15 is being submitted to the city’s $100,000 allocation, which it received through the CARES Act and earmarked for the District. The State aid freeze has so far withheld $1,972,909. Without federal relief, this remains deeply problematic.
School Renaming: The Facility Naming Policy was distributed to the Board. The Superintendent reported that 863 residents signed petition asking the Board to consider renaming some schools. A committee of 10 must be established, per procedures set forth by policy. The Superintendent recommends moving forth in this manner. Mr. Paretto requested this be added to the agenda of the upcoming Agenda Review Session so the residents can be heard fully. The Superintendent will invite representatives of this group to present on the 19th.
Agenda reviews were held for both meetings.
BOARD SPECIAL SESSION NIAGARA FALLS BOARD OF EDUCATION NOVEMBER 5, 2020
1. Call to Order November 5, 2020 7:00 pm ‐ Regular Board Meeting (Thursday, November 5, 2020)
Members present Ronald J Barstys*, Earl F Bass, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn, Paul Kudela, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo *Participating remotely. 1. Meeting called to order at 7PM
2. Special Meeting Action: 2.01 Call to Order
3. Recommended Actions from the Superintendent of Schools
Action: 3.01 Acceptance of The 2019‐20 Annual Independent Audit and Filing Thereof with the Commissioner of Education Motion to accept the 2019‐20 Annual Independent Audit and Filing Thereof with the Commissioner of Education
Motion by Nicholas Vilardo, second by Rob Bilson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
4. Information and Reports
5. Adjournment Action: 5.01 Adjournment Motion to Adjourn
Motion by Nicholas Vilardo, second by Anthony F Paretto. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
BOARD REVIEW SESSION NIAGARA FALLS BOARD OF EDUCATION DECEMBER 10, 2020
Present: Dr. Barstys, Mr. Bass*, Mr. Bilson, Mrs. Dunn, Mr. Kudela, Mr. Paretto, Mr. Petrozzi, Mr. Vilardo, Mr. Cancemi *Participating Remotely
The Superintendent noted that attenuated sound boards were donated by Mr. Cancemi to help improve the acoustics in the Board room and thanked Mrs. Glaser and the building porter and custodian for vacating space to accommodate Dr. Silvaroli’s move to Central Office.
Updates ‐ Capital Projects
April Bradley, Brian Trott, Tony Miceli‐ Ms. Bradley provided an update on the Stewardship Project, and explained two upcoming change orders on the agenda for December 17, 2020. Maintenance garage: drawings went out yesterday; bids due January 13, 2021, to include General Contractor, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical. GJ Mann, Maple outdoor equipment is installed – air exchangers, etc. At GJ Mann a fence was added to reduce vandalism achieved through roof access. Maple ‐ piping, tiles, installed in mechanical room Change order forthcoming January – in the pool area aluminum straps holding up the ceiling had corroded; CPL had the straps replaced, and the pool drained and scrubbed. NFHS – the main entrance panels have been power washed (aluminum fasteners had dripped rust onto the surface). Stair panels are in. Change Order coming in December: the catwalk is deteriorating and needs to be addressed. Flow leader at natatorium was replaced. Maintenance worker P. Ricotta pointed out that the sprinkler line in the pool equipment room had rusted. This was addressed as were improvements to the ventilation. Hyde Park‐ Rerouting valves caused changes to the access panels which are in the in the stairwells. Changes to the access panels are a change order. Removal of old ash hoist infilled. Change Order. Boiler training, DOAS training are taking place.
$59,697.53 worth of change orders in Phase II represent 1.58% of budget for this phase.
Next project: HJ Kalfas roof.
Cafeteria ‐ CPL to do cafeteria renovations to add walk in coolers, and, at LPS and GPS, tables for students. This resolution will appear December 17 and will be paid for by the cafeteria fund.
Remote Teaching Lesson (High School Level) Mr. Weiss‐ This presentation has been postponed.
COVID Updates: 69 positive cases to date‐ 23 staff; 46 students. Six additional ancillary “staff” such bus aides, a member of the Peacemakers, and so on. Students: Among positive cases, 30 are elementary, four are prep and 12 are high school students.
The Governor has altered closing triggers from zones of infection to rates of hospitalization. The District has asked the Niagara County Department of Health for a voluntary testing day after the winter break; NCDOH has not committed out of concern too many test may be used unnecessarily.
Finances: As of July 1, 2020, COVID‐related expenses total $501,627.81. Funds withheld from the State total $2,029,479 to date. On December 15, 2020, the District is owed a major payment of $9,878,031 from the State. Were the District to roll this year over to next, the projected deficit would be $12.6 million.
The Superintendent, Tourism Director, NFMMC CEO and Mayor will meet to discuss the funds which have not been forthcoming.
Technology: Two hundred ten teachers have requested double monitors to aid in efficient teaching and virtual classroom management. Technology repairs continue to take place Tuesdays and Fridays. Asset management: 15 student have broken laptops; this is unfortunate but it is to be expected that some problems will arise. The District needs approximately 40 more Mifis to supply students.
Most Districts set a minimum grade for first quarter; the District elected to do this.
It is more likely that small schools will briefly close due to COVID than large schools, since at smaller schools fewer teachers sees more students, increasing the contact among all.
An Agenda Review was held.
Motion to enter Executive Session at 6:55 p.m. to discuss the employment history of an individual; the possible demotion or discipline of an individual; and the possible promotion of an individual on a motion by Mr. Vilardo, seconded by Dr. Barstys. All in favor. Motion to exit Executive Session at 8p.m. by Dr. Barstys, seconded by Mr. Paretto, all in favor.
Agenda Review Session December 17, 2020 Board Room – 630 66th Street Live‐Streamed
Present: Mr. Cancemi, *Dr. Barstys, Mr. Bilson, Mrs. Dunn, Mr. Kudela, Mr. Paretto, Mr. Petrozzi, Mr. Vilardo *Participating Remotely
Update on Headstart Grant: Superintendent Laurrie: The Geneva School District is the only other school district in NYS to run Headstart. The District is utilizing a federal grant writer on its second attempt to secure the Headstart grant. It must be cost neutral to the general fund; Program must be run with consistent with District curriculum Fill all 352 seats for students Extend community to all community partners who want to be involved. NFCSD would be directing agency, for NT, Lockport, Newfane. Sub‐board would report back to BOE. Due January 6, 2021.
Dr. L. Haley O’Stewart provided the following update: Of 352, HS; 72 Early Headstart (infants & toddlers).
Niagara Falls City School District: 140 HS slots/56 EHS slots DiFrancesco Center (24th St.)– 100 HS slots (The District would inherit the buildings in which HS was previously run). Donovan Center (Main St.) – 20 HS slots/24 EHS slots CEC (Lindbergh Ave.) – 20 HS slots/32 EHS slots Delegates: 140 HS Slots YWCA of the Niagara Frontier (Lockport area): 80 HS slots Dewitt Clinton (North Adam St.) – 80 HS slots (The Lockport D had agreed with this plan and is in favor). Empower (North Tonawanda area): 40 HS slots St. Mark Lutheran Church (Oliver St.) – 40 HS slots Contractual: 20 HS slots/16 EHS slots ABCD – Migrant HS/EHS (Newfane area): 20 HS slots/16 EHS slots Newfane Early Childhood Center (Godfrey Rd.) – 20 HS slots/16 EHS slots.
Budget: This is a five‐year grant.
Contractual:
Niagara University: College of Education 4 Clinical Mental Health Interns Levesque Institute Practice‐Based Coaching (PBC) – Required in all HS/EHS classrooms Professional Development Institute/Kindergarten Transition Summit Ages and Stages Questionnaire Training – start up year Leadership Institute for Head Start/EHS staff & parents Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Training for HS/EHS staff – start up year Emergent Literacy – start up year Mental Health First Aid – start up year Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential (Non‐federal match/Inkind) Pinnacle Community Services Family Advocate ‐ shared position for dually enrolled families Evidence‐based parenting curriculum (Non‐federal match/Inkind)
Community Partners Niagara University (COE & Levesque Institute) Empower YWCA of the Niagara Frontier Agri‐Business Child Development (ABCD0 – Migrant Head Start/Early Head Start Niagara County Department of Social Services Niagara County Dept. of Health Community Health Center of Buffalo, Inc. (Satellite sites in Lockport & Niagara Falls) Niagara County Dept. of Mental Health Niagara University (COE & Levesque Institute) Empower YWCA of the Niagara Frontier Agri‐Business Child Development (ABCD0 – Migrant Head Start/Early Head Start Niagara County Department of Social Services Niagara County Dept. of Health Community Health Center of Buffalo, Inc. (Satellite sites in Lockport & Niagara Falls) Niagara County Dept. of Mental Health Pinnacle Community Services Heart, Love, and Soul, Inc. WIC – Women, Infants, and Children Catholic Charities of WNY Community Child Care Clearinghouse of Niagara New York State Department of Health‐WRO Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) QUALITYstarsNY Help Me Grow WNY NiaCap Community Missions of the Niagara Frontier Cornell Cooperative Extension EPIC – Every Person Influences Children Independent Living Center of Niagara Parent Network of WNY Niagara Falls Boys and Girls Club WNY Child Care Resource Network Timeline: Grant due 1/6/21. It will be submitted 12/22/20. Award date July 1, 2021. Two or three weeks before, the government will call to negotiate. The District can add duties to existing staff _ Human Resources, Payroll‐ rather than hire additional people. Headstart requires its own policy council, made up of 51% parents. The Board has ultimate oversight and obligation to support the centers to be successful. Should the District be successful, negotiations with unions will take place. The goal for students is September 2021.
COVID 19 Update Mr. Laurrie provide the following update: As of December 17, 2020, 29 staff and 61 students have tested positive for COVID 19. Last week, an increased number (22) of District staff and students were in quarantine. The District has expended $500,000 in COVID related expenses. The anticipated State aid payment came in; the next is due in January 31, 2021, in the amount of $13.5 million.
Technology: The I.T. department obtained double monitors some teachers had requested and an additional number of mifis. The District urned off mifis that are not being used. District personnel will recover those devices.
Return to instruction: The District is encouraging, where possible, students to come back to in‐person learning by mid‐to‐late January, especially those who initially indicated desire for a return mid‐year and those who are not successful remote learners.
Vaccination: school staff might be in second round. The State has designated our area a yellow zone, for schools, starting December 21, 2020. By January 4, the District must test 20% (1100.4 people) students and staff. District medical personnel will conduct that testing. If the positivity rate proves to be above that of Niagara County, the District will be required to test 100% and close to in‐person learning.
A review of the agenda was held.
Agenda Regular Meeting December 17, 2020 Board Room – 630 66th Street Live‐Streamed
Members present Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Meeting called to order at 7:00 PM
1. 5:30 p.m. ARS/7:00 pm ‐ Regular Board Meeting Information: 1.01 ARS Topics ‐
Action, Information: 1.02 Agenda Regular Meeting
2. Call to Order Information: 2.01 Pledge of Allegiance
Information: 2.02 Prayer
Information: 2.03 Roll Call
3. Letters and Communications Written Communication: The Board received notes of thanks from the families of Joe Moran and Sam Certo for adjourning a meeting in memory of their loved ones.
Oral Communication: Rev. Chambers‐ xx5 Seventh Street, Niagara Falls, NY. Spoke in favor of renaming schools and impressed his sense of urgency regarding the matter.
Hugh Leftwich 2902 McKoon Avenue, Niagara Falls, NY. Spoke in favor of renaming schools and questioned the progress of renaming them. Gloria Dolson: 1502 Ontario Avenue, Niagara Falls, NY. Spoke in favor of renaming schools and requested curricular materials and posters depicting black Americans.
4. Recommended Actions ‐ Routine Items Action: 4.01 Minutes ‐ November 2020 Motion to approve minutes ‐ November 2020
Motion by Paul Kudela, second by Rob Bilson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action, Information: 4.02 Budget Transfer #5 Approval of Budget Transfer ‐ #5
Motion by Paul Kudela, second by Rob Bilson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action, Information: 4.03 Bids ‐ None.
Information, Discussion, Report, Receive and File: 4.04 Treasurer's Report ‐ November 2020
Information, Discussion, Report, Receive and File: 4.05 Budget Status Report ‐ December 2020
Action: 4.06 Personnel Report ‐ Certificated Dr. Bartsys abstained on item III. Motion to approve Certificated Report Dr. Bartsys abstained on item pertaining to Mrs. Barstys
Motion by Russell Petrozzi, second by Rob Bilson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 4.07 Personnel Report ‐ Classified Items Motion to approve the Personnel Report for Classified Staff
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Rob Bilson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 4.08 Committee on Special Education Report Motion to accept the report from the Committee on Special Education.
Motion by Paul Kudela, second by Rob Bilson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 4.09 Committee on Pre‐School Special Education Report Motion to accept the report from the Committee on Pre‐School Special Education.
Motion by Paul Kudela, second by Rob Bilson.
Action, Information, Discussion: 4.10 Short‐Term Contract(s) Approval of Short‐Term Contracts ‐ See Attachment for List
Motion by Russell Petrozzi, second by Rob Bilson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
5. Unfinished Business Information: 5.01 None
6. New Business Action: 6.01 Approval of Receipt of Gift from Occidental Chemical Corporation Motion to approve Receipt of Gift from Occidental Chemical Corporation
Motion by Paul Kudela, second by Anthony F Paretto. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.02 Approval of Receipt of Gift from HSBC Motion to accept Gift from HSBC
Motion by Paul Kudela, second by Anthony F Paretto. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.03 Approval of Contract between The City School District of The City of Niagara Falls and Peaceful Schools for Consultation Services for the Mental Health Services Professional Demonstration Grant Programming 1/1/2021—06/30/21 Motion to accept Approval of Contract between The City School District of The City of Niagara Falls and Peaceful Schools for Consultation Services for the Mental Health Services Professional Demonstration Grant Programming 1/1/2021—06/30/21
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Paul Kudela. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.04 Approval of Contract for Specialized Consulting Services by Independent Contractor for Student Training and Consultation Services—The Summit Center, Inc. 12/8/20‐06/30/21 Motion to accept Approval of Contract for Specialized Consulting Services by Independent Contractor for Student Training and Consultation Services—The Summit Center, Inc. 12/8/20‐06/30/21
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Paul Kudela. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.05 Approval of Contract Between Clark Patterson Lee, Inc. (Cpl) Serving as Architect for the Food Service Facilities 2020‐2021 Improvement Project to Rennovate School Cafeterias And Kitchens In Various Buildings In The City School District Of The City Of Niagara Falls Motion to approve Approval of Contract Between Clark Patterson Lee, Inc. (Cpl) Serving as Architect for the Food Service Facilities 2020‐2021 Improvement Project to Rennovate School Cafeterias And Kitchens In Various Buildings In The City School District Of The City Of Niagara Falls
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Paul Kudela. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.06 Approval of Change Order No. 106‐005 for Scrufari Construction Co, LLC. for General Construction Work on The Stewardship Capital Projects ‐ District‐Wide Reconstruction Phase II Motion to approve Change Order No. 106‐005 for Scrufari Construction Co, LLC. for General Construction Work on The Stewardship Capital Projects ‐ District‐Wide Reconstruction Phase II
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Russell Petrozzi. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.07 Approval of Change Order No. 107‐003 for John W Danforth Co. ‐ Plumbing for General Construction Work on The Stewardship Capital Projects ‐ District‐ Wide Reconstruction Phase II Motion to approve Approval of Change Order No. 107‐003 for John W Danforth Co. ‐ Plumbing for General Construction Work on The Stewardship Capital Projects ‐ District‐Wide Reconstruction Phase II
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Russell Petrozzi. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.08 Approval of Payment No. 9 to Scrufari Construction Co., LLC. for General Contractor Work, Contract #106, for The Stewardship Capital Project Motion to approve Payment No. 9 to Scrufari Construction Co., LLC. for General Contractor Work, Contract #106, for The Stewardship Capital Project
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Russell Petrozzi. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.09 Approval of Payment No. 10 to John W. Danforth Company for Plumbing Work, Contract #107, for The Stewardship Capital Project Motion to approve Payment No. 10 to John W. Danforth Company for Plumbing Work, Contract #107, for The Stewardship Capital Project
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Russell Petrozzi. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.10 Approval of Payment No. 11 to John W. Danforth Company for Plumbing Work, Contract #107, for The Stewardship Capital Project (Retention) ( Motion to approve Payment No. 11 to John W. Danforth Company for Plumbing Work, Contract #107, for The Stewardship Capital Project (Retention) (
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Russell Petrozzi. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.11 Approval of Payment No. 10 to John W. Danforth Company for Mechanical / HVAC Work, Contract #108/109 for The Stewardship Capital Project Motion to approve Payment No. 10 to John W. Danforth Company for Mechanical /HVAC Work, Contract #108/109 for The Stewardship Capital Project
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Russell Petrozzi. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.12 Approval of Payment No. 11 to John W. Danforth Company for Mechanical / HVAC Work, Contract #108/109 for The Stewardship Capital Project (Retention) Motion to approve Approval of Payment No. 11 to John W. Danforth Company for Mechanical /HVAC Work, Contract #108/109 for The Stewardship Capital Project (Retention)
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Russell Petrozzi. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.13 Approval of Payment No. 10 to Cir Electric Co. for Electrical Work, Contract #110, for The Stewardship Capital Project ( Motion to approve Payment No. 10 to Cir Electric Co. for Electrical Work, Contract #110, for The Stewardship Capital Project (
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Russell Petrozzi.
Action: 6.14 Approval of Payment No. 9 to Johnson Controls Inc. for Temperature Control Work, Contract #111, for The Stewardship Capital Project Approval of Payment No. 9 to Johnson Controls Inc. for Temperature Control Work, Contract #111, for The Stewardship Capital Project
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Russell Petrozzi. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
7. Review of Proposed Policiy(ies) None. Action, Information: 7.01 Policy
8. Information and Reports Information: 8.01 Superintendent's Report Superintendent Laurrie: Mr. Laurrie continues to hope to keep schools open, safely. The health pandemic is leading to a mental health and learning pandemic. Testing‐ NFCSD is the only District requiring students to have parent/guardian permission to be tested. Responding to Mrs. Dolson – Black history should not only be taught on February, but all year long in order for meaningful change to take place. Lots of work has been going on regarding renaming.
8.02 Board Comments: Board members offered holiday greetings. Mr. Kudela thanked the assembled residents for their input. Mr. Bilson thanked Dr. Haley O’Stewart for her presentation. Mr. Petrozzi assured assembled residents that the Board is taking school renaming seriously and encouraged them to have faith. Mr. Cancemi agreed that the public owns the schools, and of course the Board is taking their concerns seriously.
9. Advanced Planning Information: 9.01 Future Agenda Items
Information: 9.02 Future Meeting Dates
10. Adjournment Action: 10.01 Adjournment in memory of the following who recently passed away: In memory of the following who recently passed away: Giles Marvin Hofmeyer, father‐in‐law of teacher James Stypa.
Edward Carlo, father of teachers Peter and Ed Carlo; father in law of Pupil Services Assistant Janine Carlo.
Doris Skivington, retired employee and grandmother of teacher Andrew Alterio.
Eva Hamilton, mother of Gaskill Prep School Safety Office Mike Hamilton.
William J. Prygon, retired maintenance worker. (He is survived by his brother‐in‐law, Richard Smiszek; his nephew, Michael (Cynthia) Smiszek; and great‐niece, Stephanie Smiszek.)
Anthony Gelose, Sr., father of retired NFHS teacher Anthony Gelose, Jr.
Dave Szalach, husband of Teacher on Special Assignment Lisa Szalach.
Richard Schiesser, father of TSA at Niagara St. / Abate Maria D'Antonoli; brother‐in‐law of retired employee Angela Ruggiero.
Richard Gall, son of Linda Blake, retired counselor; brother of Randy Gall, LPS, brother in law of Nicole Gall, NFHS.
Motion to adjourn
Motion by Nicholas Vilardo, second by Russell Petrozzi. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
BOARD REVIEW SESSION NIAGARA FALLS BOARD OF EDUCATION JANUARY 14, 2021
PRESENT: Dr. Barstys, Mr. Bass, Mr. Bilson, Mrs. Dunn, Mr. Kudela, Mr. Paretto, Mr. Petrozzi, Mr. Vilardo, Mr. Cancemi STAFF: Mr. Laurrie, Mr. Carella, Mr. Granieri, Mr. Giarrizzo, Ms. Massaro, Mr. Smeal, Mrs. Glaser, Ms. Doerr, Mr. Rotella, Mr. Ruffolo, Mr. Carroll The meeting was held remotely due to COVID‐19 and streamed via YouTube.
Mr. Cancemi opened the BRS at 5:30 p.m. Mr. Laurrie explained the reasons the Board was meeting remotely and introduced the first presentation.
NYSSBA Virtual Presentation Champions of Change For Kids ‐ Mr. Patrick Longo of New York State School Board Association made a virtual presentation to the Board recognizing the District’s 2019 Nurturing the Neighborhood Early Childhood Program and recognizing its 2019 “Above and Beyond Mental Health Efforts.” Mr. Longo talked about the Champions of Change program; he recalled his visit to the District and impressed he was with the programming. It is very rare for NYSSBA to select one District to receive two awards, as it has done here. Mr. Longo felt that the District has a plethora of programs and NYSSBA became aware of them through e‐Clips, a service of NYSSBA which features news from around the State.
Capital Project Update: Joe Tillman (Buffalo Construction Consultants), Kyle Drummer (CPL), Steve Dechert (BBC) and April Bradley (BBC), were is attendance. Capital projects are 93% complete; two change orders will be seen on the end of month agenda, at 79th Street, totaling about $13,000, only 1.62% of budget. There have been no accidents on the jobs. Ms. April Bradley, of Buffalo Construction Consultants, provided an update on the capital projects, including:
Fencing – GJ Mann, Hyde Park, 79th Street schools. 79th Street School – demolition of walls and re‐routing of ductwork; installation of drinking fountains (bottle fillers); change order relating: to soffit – run duct into ceiling – original wall not tall enough and needed fire proofing; change order – fire safety walls; doors;
NFHS – sprinkler line change for safety; Two resolution on the January 28 ‐ 6.19 & 6.20 – are related to the change orders, Scrufari and JCI respectively. Mr. Petrozzi has reviewed the change orders.
Mr. Laurrie discussed the next phase. Agenda for January 28th items 6.15‐6.17 are for reconstruction of maintenance garage. Bids will be descoped in coming days; some bids are very close in price. Bids came in under estimate. Payment for this project is from the insurance settlement (NYSIR).
General Constriction ‐ nine bidders; plumbing‐ six bidders; HVAC – five bidders; Electrical – Five bidders. It is hoped to have enough money left from the Stewardship Project to repair the Kalfas roof.
COVID – 19 Updates Mr. Laurrie provided the following update relating to COVID – 19: Remote half‐year learners: of those students who were 100% remote, 179 students are returning to 2 or 4 days a week.
COVID Positives – 1 at NFHS (staff); 1 at Maple (staff). Closing grade six at Maple for quarantine until January 25th. 17 students, three staff. In classes provided in partnership with BOCES at NFHS there are 2 positive COVID‐19 cases. Quarantine of those students is in place through next week. Hyde Park, HF Abate schools are closed until 1/25 due to adult quarantines.
Vaccinations – Memorial Hospital’s vaccinations for tomorrow are postponed due to a lack of vaccine. NFMMC is not receiving vacines as they hoped. NFMMC and Niagara County requested to use District facilities, which was granted. Those entities are using District facilities to vaccinate.
Technology – Second monitors are installed for teachers who requested them. Laptops are set to run 180 days before the Microsoft license expires. I. S. is requesting laptops come back in February for a mid‐year check. The Mifis that are not being used have been turned off; principals are collecting them. Mr. Cunningham and Mr. Barnes are assisting. 4,560 laptops are out in the community. Kudos to Mr. Granieri. Also Mr. Granieri is adding a new software – Du Jour – to help control laptops. Teachers Desk made a donation of sanitizer, wipes, signage.
Mr. Giarrizzo assisted in presenting an update on the budget outlook: $461,598.72 had been spent on COVID by end of 2020.
NFCSD has had $1,510,433.45 withheld in addition to the withholding of an anticipated $45,158.40 in charter school payments. A $53,064.15 FEMA payment is expected. The anticipated New York State payment to the District in January is $13,000,593. On January 28, the Board will see rough budget numbers for 21/22. Tax cap is set at 1.23%, meaning the District could raise taxes $250,000 but with exemptions, even less. The biggest impact is how much debt reserve could be used. However, doing so could result in the need for a 60% vote by residents. The Gap Sheet will show a significant gap because the District used some reserve last year. Hoping to see CARES money from federal or State government. Presently, an almost $12+ million gap exists.
Review of Agenda – January 28 Regular Meeting An agenda review was held. A policy will be walked on regarding grievance procedures vis – a – vis civil rights complaints. Question: was information widely enough disseminated regarding the naming committee? The information will be reissued and covered in the March Your Public Schools.
BOARD AGENDA REVIEW SESSION ‐ HELD REMOTELY DUE TO PANDEMIC NIAGARA FALLS BOARD OF EDUCATION JANUARY 28, 2021
Meeting called to order at 5:30 p.m. by Mr. Cancemi. Meeting turned over to the Superintendent. Mr. Laurrie thanked staff for facilitating the virtual board meeting.
COVID – 19 Updates Mr. Laurrie presented the following update:
Technology: Mr. Granieri is doing a great job. In February, he will recall and check laptops and Mifis that have been distributed. For remote students, technology that is not brought in for checking will be rendered inoperable.
Academics: NYS Ed plans to submit a waiver to feds grades 3‐8 testing & regents exams; they are scheduled to take place but there is an opportunity until February 5 to give feedback.
School Closures: At this point, Hyde Park School is on track to re‐open Monday; keeping schools open is important to student mental health.
Sports: Girls and boys basketball, boys swim, and ice hockey will be allowed as of Monday. Wrestling and cheer were moved from May to June; no spectators will be allowed per Section VI directive. If an athlete contracts COVID 19, that program (sport) must be shut down for 10 days.
Immunizations: The County is not coming to NF. The community must rely on NF Memorial Hospital which will have clinics at our Fieldhouse. We are pleased with the cooperation of NFMMC. The District has a good quantity of tests on hand. With parental permission, student athletes can be tested more often.
Use of Facilities by outside groups: the District is accepting requests, but groups must have safety plans in place.
2020‐2021 General Fund Budget
Mr. Giarrizzo presented a first look at the potential Superintendent’s recommended 21‐22 budget. Mr. Giarrizzo anticipates some unspent carry‐over funds. The amount of the total budget reflects 1.69% increase from the current year. There will be no retirement incentive offered this year.
Revenue: Governor’s Run – projects $13 million to the District, but these funds are offset BOCES aid is down Excess cost is currently frozen. Services aid reduction – this run combines BOCES aid with transportation aid, charter school aid, etc. and reduces the total amount by $1,840,000. This was a focus of a recent NOSBA meeting. It is detrimental to BOCES, because it will reduce the value of its services.
Summer school will be held virtually, not through BOCES. The District has no room to raise taxes without a 60% majority, given the State Tax Cap.
$153,168,496 total revenue.
Expenditures: Highlights include contractual obligations, as negotiated, for staff; pension costs; decreased charter school cost; modest increase in healthcare; debt service contract – NYSIR insurance increasing; the need to replace 20 production printers through BOCES; long‐term debt for Phase II, however most of that is aidable.
Appropriations: $157,914,114 Gap: $673,332 This is based on $13 million federal funding through the State; going forward, that cannot be relied upon for such a high proportionate increase.
Fiscal Stress: 3.33 out of 100. No designation. Environmental Stress: 30 same as last year; poverty of community. Susceptible level due to community poverty rate.
A review of the agenda was held.
January 28, 2021 7:00 pm ‐ Regular Board Meeting (Thursday, January 28, 2021) ‐ HELD REMOTELY DUE TO PANDEMIC Generated by Judie Glaser on Monday, February 1, 2021
Members present Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Meeting called to order at 7 p.m.
1. 5:30 p.m. ARS/7:00 pm ‐ Regular Board Meetin
Information: 1.01 ARS Topics ‐ Action, Information: 1.02 Agenda Regular Meeting
2. Call to Order
Information: 2.01 Pledge of Allegiance Information: 2.02 Prayer
Information: 2.03 Roll Call 3. Letters and Communications
4. Recommended Actions ‐ Routine Items Action: 4.01 Minutes ‐ December 2020 Motion to approve minutes ‐ December 2020
Motion by Russell Petrozzi, second by Ronald J Barstys. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action, Information: 4.02 Budget Transfer #6 Approval of Budget Transfer ‐ #6
Motion by Russell Petrozzi, second by Ronald J Barstys. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action, Information: 4.03 Bids ‐ See items 6.15 ‐ 6.22 Information, Discussion, Report, Receive and File: 4.04 Treasurer's Report ‐ December 2020 Information, Discussion, Report, Receive and File: 4.05 Budget Status Report ‐ January 2021
Action: 4.06 Personnel Report ‐ Certificated Motion to approve Certificated Report (N.B. Mr. Vilardo abstained on item II)
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Earl F Bass. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 4.07 Personnel Report ‐ Classified Items Motion to approve the Personnel Report for Classified Staff
Motion by Russell Petrozzi, second by Earl F Bass. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 4.08 Committee on Special Education Report Motion to accept the report from the Committee on Special Education.
Motion by Nicholas Vilardo, second by Anthony F Paretto. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 4.09 Committee on Pre‐School Special Education Report Motion to accept the report from the Committee on Pre‐School Special Education.
Motion by Nicholas Vilardo, second by Anthony F Paretto. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action, Information, Discussion: 4.10 Short‐Term Contract(s)
5. Unfinished Business Information: 5.01 None
6. New Business
Action: 6.01 Acceptance of Funds IDEA Parts A & B, Section 611 Motion to accept Funds IDEA Parts A & B, Section 611
Motion by Russell Petrozzi, second by Clara Dunn. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.02 Acceptance of Funds IDEA Parts A & B, Section 619 Motion to accept Funds IDEA Parts A & B, Section 619
Motion by Russell Petrozzi, second by Clara Dunn. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.03 Acceptance of Funds Universal Pre‐Kindergarten Motion to Accept Funds Universal Pre‐Kindergarten
Motion by Russell Petrozzi, second by Clara Dunn. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.04 Acceptance of Funds Smart Scholars Early College High School Motion to accept Funds Smart Scholars Early College High School
Motion by Russell Petrozzi, second by Clara Dunn. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.05 Acceptance of Funds Title II A, Teacher/Principal Training/Recruitment Motion to accept Funds Title II A, Teacher/Principal Training/Recruitment
Motion by Russell Petrozzi, second by Clara Dunn. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.06 Approval of Acceptance Funds for Title IIIA, ELL Motion to accept Funds for Title IIIA, ELL
Motion by Russell Petrozzi, second by Clara Dunn. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.07 Approval of Receipt of Gift From Communities of Giving Legacy Initiative Motion to approve Receipt of Gift From Communities of Giving Legacy Initiative
Motion by Russell Petrozzi, second by Clara Dunn. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.08 Approval of Contract For Consulting Services With Respect To The Development And Implementation Of A Social, Emotional, Behavioral And Academic Multi‐Tiered Systems Of Support Model(Mtss), Between The City School District Of The City Of Niagara Falls and Dr. Lisa Kilanowski (Hereinafter Dr. Lisa Kilanowski), From January 29, 2021 Through August 31, 2021 Motion to approve Contract For Consulting Services With Respect To The Development And Implementation Of A Social, Emotional, Behavioral And Academic Multi‐Tiered Systems Of Support Model(Mtss), Between The City School District Of The City Of Niagara Falls and Dr. Lisa Kilanowski (Hereinafter Dr. Lisa Kilanowski), From January 29, 2021 Through August 31, 2021
Motion by Russell Petrozzi, second by Earl F Bass. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.09 Approval of Appointment of Board of Registration, Designation of Day, Hours, and Place of Registration, Authorization for Clerk to Publish Notices of Registration for the Annual School Election/Budget Vote for the School District of the City of Niagara Falls, New York to be Held on Tuesday, May 18, 2021 Motion to appoint Board of Registration, Designation of Day, Hours, and Place of Registration, Authorization for Clerk to Publish Notices of Registration for the Annual School Election/Budget Vote for the School District of the City of Niagara Falls, New York to be Held on Tuesday, May 18, 2021
Motion by Clara Dunn, second by Nicholas Vilardo. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.10 Approval of Appointments of Members to the Committee for Annual Review of the District Code of Conduct Pursuant to New York State Education Law 2801 Subdivision 3 Motion to approve Appointments of Members to the Committee for Annual Review of the District Code of Conduct Pursuant to New York State Education Law 2801 Subdivision 3
Motion by Nicholas Vilardo, second by Russell Petrozzi. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.11 Approval of Appointments of Members to the District‐Wide School Safety Team for Annual Review of the District‐Wide Comprehensive School Safety Plan Pursuant to New York State Education Law 2801‐a Motion to approve Appointments of Members to the District‐Wide School Safety Team for Annual Review of the District‐Wide Comprehensive School Safety Plan Pursuant to New York State Education Law 2801‐a
Motion by Nicholas Vilardo, second by Russell Petrozzi.
Action: 6.12 Approval of a Resolution Authorizing Principals to Appoint Building‐Level School Safety Teams for the Annual Review of Building‐Level Emergency Response Plans Pursuant to New York State Education Law 2801‐a Motion to approve a Resolution Authorizing Principals to Appoint Building‐Level School Safety Teams for the Annual Review of Building‐Level Emergency Response Plans Pursuant to New York State Education Law 2801‐a
Motion by Nicholas Vilardo, second by Russell Petrozzi. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.13 Approval of the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls to continue COVID‐19 related benefits to employees under the FFCRA Motion to approve the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls to continue COVID‐19 related benefits to employees under the FFCRA
Motion by Russell Petrozzi, second by Paul Kudela. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.14 Approval of Filing of Proposed Public Employer Health Emergency Plan Addendum to the Comprehensive District‐Wide School Safety Plan, for Employee Comment Motion to approve Filing of Proposed Public Employer Health Emergency Plan Addendum to the Comprehensive District‐Wide School Safety Plan, for Employee Comment
Motion by Russell Petrozzi, second by Paul Kudela. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.15 Approval of Bid Contract 112 ‐ General Construction Reconstruction of the Maintenance Garage Bid No. 12 for the 2020‐2021 School Year Motion to approve Bid Contract 112 ‐ General Construction Reconstruction of the Maintenance Garage Bid No. 12 for the 2020‐2021 School Year
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Rob Bilson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.16 Approval of Bid Contract 113 ‐ Plumbing Reconstruction of the Maintenance Garage Bid No. 12 For The 2020‐2021 School Year Motion to approve Bid Contract 113 ‐ Plumbing Reconstruction of the Maintenance Garage Bid No. 12 For The 2020‐2021 School Year
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Rob Bilson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.17 Approval of Bid Contract 114 ‐ Mechanical / HVAC Reconstruction of the Maintenance Garage Bid No. 12 for the 2020‐2021 School Year Motion to approve Bid Contract 114 ‐ Mechanical / HVAC Reconstruction of the Maintenance Garage Bid No. 12 for the 2020‐2021 School Year
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Rob Bilson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.18 Approval of Bid No.12 Contract 115 ‐ Electrical Reconstruction of the Maintenance Garage Bid No. 12 for the 2020‐2021 School Year Motion to approve Bid No.12 Contract 115 ‐ Electrical Reconstruction of the Maintenance Garage Bid No. 12 for the 2020‐2021 School Year
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Rob Bilson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.19 Approval of Contract 112 ‐ General Reconstruction of the Maintenance Garage, Bid No. 12 for the 2020/2021 School Year Motion to approve Contract 112 ‐ General Reconstruction of the Maintenance Garage, Bid No. 12 for the 2020/2021 School Year
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Earl F Bass. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.20 Approval of Contract 113 ‐ Plumbing Reconstruction of the Maintenance Garage, Bid No. 12 for the 2020/2021 School Year Motion to approve Contract 113 ‐ Plumbing Reconstruction of the Maintenance Garage, Bid No. 12 for the 2020/2021 School Year
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Earl F Bass. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.21 Approval of Contract 114 ‐ Mechanical / HVAC Reconstruction of the Maintenance Garage, Bid No. 12 for the 2020/2021 School Year Motion to approve Contract 114 ‐ Mechanical / HVAC Reconstruction of the Maintenance Garage, Bid No. 12 for the 2020/2021 School Year
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Earl F Bass. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.22 Approval of Contract 115 ‐ Electrical Reconstruction of the Maintenance Garage, Bid No. 12 for the 2020/2021 School Year Motion to approve Contract 115 ‐ Electrical Reconstruction of the Maintenance Garage, Bid No. 12 for the 2020/2021 School Year
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Earl F Bass. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.23 Approval of Change Order No. 106‐006 For Scrufari Construction Co, LLC For General Construction Work On The Stewardship Capital Projects ‐ District‐Wide Reconstruction Phase II Approval of Change Order No. 106‐006 For Scrufari Construction Co, LLC For General Construction Work On The Stewardship Capital Projects ‐ District‐Wide Reconstruction Phase II
Motion by Russell Petrozzi, second by Anthony F Paretto. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.24 Approval of Change Order No. 111‐005 For Johnson Controls Inc. ‐ For Temperature Control Work On The Stewardship Capital Projects ‐ District‐Wide Reconstruction Phase II Motion to approve Change Order No. 111‐005 For Johnson Controls Inc. ‐ For Temperature Control Work On The Stewardship Capital Projects ‐ District‐Wide Reconstruction Phase II
Motion by Russell Petrozzi, second by Anthony F Paretto. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.25 Approval of Payment No. 10 to Scrufari Construction Co, Llc. For General Contractor Work, Contract #106, for The Stewardship Capital Project Motion to approve Payment No. 10 to Scrufari Construction Co, Llc. For General Contractor Work, Contract #106, for The Stewardship Capital Project
Motion by Russell Petrozzi, second by Anthony F Paretto. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.26 Approval of Payment No. 12 to John W. Danforth Company. For Mechanical / HVAC Work, Contract #108/109, for The Stewardship Capital Project Motion to approve Payment No. 12 to John W. Danforth Company. For Mechanical / HVAC Work, Contract #108/109, for The Stewardship Capital Project
Motion by Russell Petrozzi, second by Anthony F Paretto.
Action: 6.27 Approval of Payment No. 11 to CIR Electric Co. For Electrical Work, Contract #110, for The Stewardship Capital Project Motion to approve Payment No. 11 to CIR Electric Co. For Electrical Work, Contract #110, for The Stewardship Capital Project
Motion by Russell Petrozzi, second by Anthony F Paretto. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.28 Approval of Payment No. 10 to Johnson Controls Inc. For Temperature Control Work, Contract #111, for The Stewardship Capital Project Motion to approve Payment No. 10 to Johnson Controls Inc. For Temperature Control Work, Contract #111, for The Stewardship Capital Project
Motion by Russell Petrozzi, second by Anthony F Paretto. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
7. Review of Proposed Policiy(ies)
Action: 7.01 Motion to waive 30 day table Motion to waive 30 day table
Motion by Nicholas Vilardo, second by Anthony F Paretto. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action, Information: 7.02 Resolution Adopting Amended Policy 3240 Anti‐Harassment in the School District Motion to adopt Amended Policy 3240 Anti‐Harassment in the School District
Motion by Earl F Bass, second by Paul Kudela. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
8. Information and Reports Information: 8.01 Superintendent's Report Information: 8.02 Board Members Comments and Reports
9. Advanced Planning
Information: 9.01 Future Agenda Items Information: 9.02 Future Meeting Dates
10. Adjournment
Action: 10.01 Motion to Enter Executive Session at 7:30 p.m. for the purpose of discussing the demotion, disciple, suspension, or removal of three entities ‐ person(s), or corporation; proposed litigation between the District and an individual and between the District relative to the Child Victims Act; and a possible 3020A proceeding. Motion to Enter Executive Session at 7:30 p.m. for the purpose of discussing the demotion, disciple, suspension, or removal of three entities ‐ person(s), or corporation; proposed litigation between the District and an individual and between the District relative to the Child Victims Act; and a possible 3020A proceeding.
Motion by Paul Kudela, second by Clara Dunn. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 10.02 Motion to exit Executive Session Motion to exit Executive Session at 8:30 p.m.
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Nicholas Vilardo. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 10.03 Adjournment in memory of the following who recently passed away: JoAnn Mease, mother‐in‐law of NFHS science teacher Nadezda Mease. Marvin Smeal, uncle of Director of Facilities Earl and Hyde Park Secretary Lynette; great uncle of NFHS teacher Nicholas Smeal. Joan M. Conti, mother‐in‐law of NFHS Social Studies teacher Julia Conti Dolores M. (Krell) Donovan mother of Hyde Park Teaching Assistant Judith Finitz; Michael J. "Mickey" DeFranco, father‐in‐law of Hyde Park Teaching Assistant Judith Finitz David George, uncle of Hyde Park Grade Two teacher David Glahe. Joan Kralick, mother of Special Education Colene Melson, (79th St), mother‐in‐law of Social Studies teacher Dean Melson, (NFHS), grandmother of Grade six teacher Kristopher Melson, (Cataract). E. Lois Hughes, mother of retired Senior School Monitor Joyce Wiepert. Elizabeth (Jardin) Richardson, retired 79th Street School teacher. Edward Rajczak, father of Science Teacher Matthew Rajczak, father in law of School Counselor Rose Rajczak. Judith G. Pero, retired NFHS English teacher, mother of special education teachers Jack Pero and Jaime Pero. Marjean Leissle, mother of Central Office Secretary Linda Hohmann. Patrick Pyska, father of Cataract PE Teacher Patricia Pilon. Motion to adjourn
Motion by Paul Kudela, second by Clara Dunn. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Agenda Review Session February 11, 2021 Board Room – 630 66th Street Held Remotely and Live‐Streamed
Mr. Cancemi opened the meeting at 5:30 p.m.
BOARD PRESENT (remotely): Ron Barstys, Earl Bass, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn, Paul Kudela Anthony Paretto, Russ Petrozzi, N Vilardo, V. Cancemi L Baldassarre, J. Doerr, J Giarrizzo, J. Glaser, R. Granieri, R. Holody, J Jacklin, J Roscetti, N Ruffolo, , Angelo Massaro, M Massaro, R Schwertfager, E Smeal Ann Dafchick, April Bradley ‐ Gucots
Capital Projects Update Provided by April Bradley (Buffalo Building Consultants)
Maple: Change Order – decorative, acoustical fence to obscure mechanics outdoors being tested here, may expand to other schools; Maple: Change Order – stage rooftop unit for airflow required acoustical layers to be installed; a pre‐ existing skylight was discovered. District personnel will refinish floor and replace 80‐year‐old curtain. Door hardware installed at various locations at NFHS. Hyde Park: Change order – access door to chimney replaced with a larger access panel; Condensing unit removed; Gaskill: windows security film install required removal, repair of panes, ensuring windows don’t fall out in the library. 92.87 % of capital projects are complete, due to pandemic; five major tasks left to be done: 79th St: Heating System : Radiator Demo, Fin Tube Installation, New Boiler Tie‐Ins Abate: Demo and Install of Kitchen Sanitary Line Maple: New Millwork in 2 Classrooms & New VCT Flooring in 10 Classrooms NFHS: Millwork and New Sinks at Cafeteria Restrooms Cx (Commissioning) / Testing & Balancing of all New Systems
There will be three Change Orders for 2/25 relating to the projects totaling $35,568.93. Total of 1.74% change orders to date including owner requests in Phase II.. Maintenance barn: abiding by PLA agreement; working with insurance company; adding a request by our workers to add a man door as a second form of egress, plumbing, and a garage door; HJK roof: bid to replace remainder of Kalfas roof with funds not expended on these projects; SMART Schools Bond Act: $8.8 million was received by the District some years ago. $4.7 million was spent (exterior upgrades, safety precautions); now we are submitting a $1.8 million project to upgrade and add security cameras; also, a visitor entry system (RAPTOR); these items ( HJK roof, SMART Schools) will go to bid presently. $2.7 million will remain in SMARTschools. Teacher, prep, high school laptops may be replaced. District‐owned bus: pick up tardy students, travel for small groups; needs CDL driver, certification. $10,800.
COVID‐19 Update Provided by Mr. Laurrie Laptops 2,070 laptops are coming in to be checked and re‐synched with the network; 1,252 have come in for that check so far. Only minor damage has been found so far for the most part. Kudos to Mr. Granieri and team on their work. Athletics: OSC R Meranto and students are now streaming Wolverine athletics. Field House: being used by NF Memorial Medical Center for second doses. Academics: new Commissioner. Do not know if grades three – eight exams and Regents exams will be waived. Summer School: planning to do more virtual or targeted summer school for all grades; Report Cards: grades 7 – 12 report cards are being mailed tomorrow. The Superintendent of Schools will review every grade, class by class. He is seeing a trend of fully remote students showing lower academic achievement by ten percent or more lower than hybrid students. School Renaming Committee: 43 names of persons interested in serving on this committee have been submitted to the clerk so far ‐ 8 students, 4 teachers, 31 parents/residents.
2021‐2022 General Fund Budget Update Provided by Mr. Laurrie, Mr. Giarrizzo COVID‐related expenses since last meeting total $31091.40 , cumulative total to date is $476,995.25. 20% withholding by State = $2.6 million The State February payment of $9,967,352 is due to the District on February 26. Updated gap sheet: Appropriations changes: added cabinet level position; State TRS rate 9.8%, which is a slight reduction. Overtime across District: anticipate reduction as capital projects end. BOCES – up $200,000 Athletic uniforms: need replacing; two sets boys and girls uniforms in various sports. Gap: $1.2 million Potential measures to close gap were enumerated. Potential of some $500,000 in grant carry‐over may reduce that gap. Revenue: what federal government will do remains to be seen. Theoretically, the State will make up the 20% reduction in March. CARES funds application still under review.
A review of agenda was held.
Meeting concluded at 7:32 p.m.
CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS
Niagara Falls, New York
Agenda 02/25/2021 Regular Board 7 p.m.
HELD REMOTELY DUE TO PANDEMIC
1. Agenda Review Session
Mr. Cancemi opened the meeting at 5:30 p.m.
Mr. Laurrie introduced the NFHS Administrative Team:
Career Pathways at NFHS Administrative Team:
Chief Educational Administrator Mrs. Cynthia Jones, House Principals Ms. Cheryl Vilardo, Mr. Ed Ventry, and Mr. Bryan Rotella provided the following update:
Mr. Laurrie: NFHS is moving toward a three year, phased‐in program to hold students more accountable, while experiencing possibilities for their future plans. The District must graduate students with “value‐ added” diplomas, so that each will graduate with a career pathway experience. Toward that end, the high school team has developed Career Development for All Students: CDOS. Nursing, welding, carpentry, and other areas of possible work or study will be featured in addition to Regents, Advanced Placement or college credit‐bearing courses. Mrs. Jones will report to the Board approximately monthly.
Mrs. Jones: The team has created a Post‐Secondary Success Plan to prepare students fully.
Currently, approximately 33% of students are not graduating in four years. This presents an opportunity to do different things to address this concerning fact. Post‐high school plans for students currently show 76% are college bound; others are heading to military or to areas of work, but still a percentage is not graduating.
Three pathways have been defined: Human Services, Global, and Business and Finance. In grade nine all students will be exposed to all fields via speakers, field trips, and research. Each year this will be a more in‐ depth experience. By Junior year, students will choose a ‘school’ that specializes in their chosen path. BOCES opportunities are incorporated, as are college courses. There will be remote options as well.
Daemen College, Niagara University, and Niagara County Community College have approached NFHS with interest, as have professionals like doctors. They are interested in working with students.
This will take time and restructuring of schedules, as well as flexibility. New student schedules starting in September will take the day from eight to nine class periods. This will allow students to participate in more areas of interests. Periods will go from the current 48 minutes to 40 minute classes. (NFCSD had the longest periods in WNY high schools at 48 minutes.) Teachers agree that this is wise. This will accommodate as well the arts and music. BOCES students will start the day at 8:15 a.m. instead of the current time of 7:20 a.m. This is beneficial to teenaged individuals. A starting time of 8:15 a.m. will likely also make attendance better.
Regarding teachers: the time of the teaching days remains the same, so there is no contractual difficulty. Each will still have 5 classes and lunch, but will have 1 ½ assigned and 1 ½ unassigned periods.
Immediate Action Items:
Trades Certification Courses planned (OSHA 10 class provided) Career and Financial Management Course to be developed Work‐Based Learning job opportunities established for grade 12 students by Work‐Based Learning Coordinators Increase flexibility for Twilight students with a combination of remote and in‐person classes Adjust Master Scheduling practices: flexible schedules for students Half year courses implemented flexible fourth math flexible fourth science All accumulated 8th grade credits ascribed toward high school credit requirement All BOCES credits for English, Math, and Science (eight credits over two years) attributed to BOCES students Create 5 sections for every teacher with lower class sizes Establish an “Early Warning Indicator” Team Select staff for two Work Based Learning Coordinator positions Re‐establish grade nine teams Re‐establish separate PE for grade nine Expand Unified PE Program Remote participation parameters to be established
2021‐2022 General Fund Budget Update ‐Mr. Laurrie Mr. Giarrizzo
Casino funds: still on hold
NY State is still withholding $1.8 million $71,000 month has been spent on COVID‐related expenses
$483,751.42 total COVID‐related expenses year to date
Appropriations changes: there will be no increase in rates the District pays for active employees and retirees with NY44 health coverage, resulting in a reduction of the budget gap.
Selling power: is yielding $30,000 less than anticipated.
The remaining Gap is just over $500,000.
The budget reflects a less than 1.6% increase year to year.
State budget: will not be seen until mid‐March. If the State budget passes by April 1, there will time to adjust as needed.
CPI is 1.59
This is the lowest gap at this point in the budget process in years. Hopefully the State won’t balance its budget with CARES funding designated for schools.
Tax Cap: at 1.23% The District could only raise taxes $456 without a supermajority of voters.
Review of Agenda – An agenda review was held.
2. Call to Order
2.01 Pledge of Allegiance 2.02 Prayer 2.03 Roll Call
3. Letters and Communications ‐
3.01 Oral Communications ‐ None 3.02 Written Communications‐ None
4. Recommended Actions from the Superintendent of Schools ‐ Routine Matters
4.01 Minutes – January 2021 (SG 4)
Motion to approve minutes ‐ January 2021
Motion by Russell Petrozzi, second by Anthony F Paretto.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
4.02 Approval of Budget Transfer ‐ #7 (SG3)
Approval of Budget Transfer ‐ #6
Motion by Russell Petrozzi, second by Anthony F Paretto.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
4.03 Approval of Bids ‐ None (SG3)
4.04 Treasurer's Report –January 2021 (SG3) Received and filed. 4.05 Budget Status Report – February 2021 (SG3) Received and filed. 4.06 Personnel Report – Certificated (SG 1, 2)
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Ronald J Barstys.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
4.07 Personnel Report ‐ Classified (SG 1, 2) Motion to approve the Personnel Report for Classified Staff
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Clara Dunn. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
4.08 Report from Committee on Special Education (SG 1)
Motion to accept the report from the Committee on Special Education.
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Clara Dunn.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
4.09 Report from Committee on Preschool Special Education (SG 1)
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Clara Dunn.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
4.10 Short‐Term Contracts (SG 1, 3)
1. Amplify Education, Inc Workshops for Science Teachers Grades 6 and 7 $1,200 F2110.404.098.4321 February 10, 11, 2021
2. Amy Ruffino Beyond Boundaries Therapy Occupational Therapy Evaluation $450.00 F2250.404.098.0721 TBD by Parent and Guardian 3. Gregory Fabiano, PhD Training Teachers on working with students $0.00 On going 2020‐ 2021
5. Unfinished Business 5.01 None
6. New Business
Items 6.01 – 6.04 were approved on a motion by Ronald J Barstys, seconded by Russell Petrozzi. Final Resolution: Motions Carry Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn 6.01 Acceptance of Funds Title I ‐ Part A ‐ Improvement and Academic Achievement RESOLVED, That the Niagara Falls Board of Education accepts the funds for the 2020‐2021 Title I Basic School Improvement Grant; and RESOLVED, That the grant award of $225,000 be credited to Revenue Account F4289.030.21 Title I School Improvement Grant; and RESOLVED, That the money be expended in the following function/object codes: Account Code Description Budget F2103.132.098.0321 TEACHERS ‐ PER DIEM $ 19,260 F2103.140.098.0321 TEACHERS ‐ SCHEDULE B 121,459 F2103.404.098.0321 PURCHASED SERVICES 66,995 F2103.540.098.0321 SUPPLIES 17,286 TOTAL $225,000
Revenue Code F4289.030.21
6.02 Acceptance of Funds ‐ Title 1, School Improvement (SIG A) RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approve the Acceptance of Funds for the 2019‐2020 ESEA Title I Grant; and RESOLVED, That the grant award of $4,084,885 be credited to Revenue Account F4126.010.21 ESEA Title I Grant; and RESOLVED, That the money be expended in the following function/object codes: ACCOUNT CODE DESCRIPTION FTE BUDGET F0120 TOTAL DISTRICT 39.50 $2,714,287 F0120 INSTRUCTIONAL TSA 12.45 1,168,923 F0120 PARENT INVOLVEMENT 66,276 F0120 NON‐PUBLIC 135,399 GRAND TOTAL 51.95 $4,084,885
Revenue Code: F4126.010.21
6.03 Acceptance of Funds for the 2020‐2021 ESEA Title IV – Student Support and Academic Enrichment (SSAE) Program Grant RESOLVED, That the Board of Education accepts the funds for the 2020‐2021 ESEA Title IV – Student Support and Academic Enrichment (SSAE) Program Grant; and
RESOLVED, That the grant award of $316,988 be credited to Revenue Account F4289.020.21; and
RESOLVED, That the money be expended in the following function/object codes:
Account Description Amount F2110.132.098.0221 Per Diem $ 10,700 F2110.133.049.0221 Instructional Coach – GPS 50,258 F2110.133.050.0221 Instructional Coach – LPS 50,258 F2110.138.098.0221 Classroom Tech Integrator 100,516 F2110.140.098.0221 Schedule B 18,658 F2110.404.098.0221 Purchased Services 67,000 F2110.404.079.0221 Purchased Services –Cath. Acad. 4,330 F2110.409.098.0221 Travel 13,000 F2110.540.084.0221 Supplies – Christ the King 576 F2110.540.079.0221 Supplies – Cath. Acad. 1,692 $316,988
Revenue Code: F4289.020.21 6.04 Acceptance of Funds Community Development Block Grant Funds from the City of Niagara Falls
RESOLVED, That the Board of Education accepts the funds for the 2020‐2021 Community Development Block Grant Funds; and RESOLVED, That the grant award of $100,000 be credited to Revenue Account F4289.020.21; and RESOLVED, That the money be expended in the following function/object codes:
Account Description Amount F2110.404.098.8821 CARES CITY OF NF – Purchased Services $ 45,000 F2110.540.098.8821 CARES CITY OF NF – Supplies 55,000 $100,000
Revenue Code: F4286.880.21
Item 6.05 were approved on a motion by Clara Dunn, seconded by Earl F Bass. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
6.05 Approval of School Election Procedures, Polling Sites, and Designation of Day and Time of Public Hearing on School Budget For the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls, Niagara County, New York RESOLVED, That the following be adopted and implemented as official procedure for the 2021 School Board Election/Budget Vote: RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS, IN THE COUNTY OF NIAGARA, NEW YORK as follows: Section 1. The Public Hearing on the School Budget shall be held on Thursday, May 6, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. at Niagara Falls School District Administration Building (Board Room), located at 630 66th Street, Niagara Falls, New York. The annual school election/budget vote of the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls, New York, shall be held on May 18, 2021, at 12:00 o’clock noon (E.D.S.T.) for the following purpose:
1. To elect two members to the Board of Education, who will each serve a full five (5) year term commencing July 1, 2021.
2. To adopt the annual budget of the school district for the fiscal year 2021/22 and to authorize the requisite portion thereof to be raised by taxation on the taxable property of the District.
The voting at such annual school district election shall be by ballot on voting machines as provided by the Education Law, at such election the polls will remain open from 12:00 o’clock noon until 9:00 o’clock p.m. and for such longer period of time as may be necessary to enable voters then present to cast their ballots.
Section 2. The voting at such election will be held in the school election districts designated and established by resolutions of the Board of Education adopted March 13, 2014, and such voting shall be held at the particular polling places for said school election districts as designated by resolution of the Board of Education at its February 25, 2021 Regular Meeting. A list of such school election district polling site for each shall be as set forth in Schedule A, as follows:
2021 POLLING PLACES CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. SCHOOL ELECTION DISTRICT LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT ELECTION DISTRICT 1 3rd *1, 11 Board of Education Admin. Bldg. 630 – 66th Street 2 *2 , 3 St. John DeLaSalle 8469 Buffalo Ave. 3 *4 , 8, 13 Grace Lutheran Church 736 Cayuga Dr. 4 *5 LaSalle Senior Citizens Ctr. 9501 Colvin Blvd. 5 *6 , 7 Geraldine J. Mann School 1330 – 95th Street 6 *9 , 10 79th Street School 551 – 79th Street 7 *12 Community Education Center 6040 Lindbergh Ave. 8 4th *1 St. John AME Church 917 Garden Ave. 9 *2 , 4 V.F.W. Post 917 2435 Seneca Ave. 10 *3 Wrobel Towers 800 Niagara Ave. 11 *5 , 6 Niagara Falls Public Library 1425 Main Street 12 *7 , 8 Niagara Arts & Cultural Ctr. 1201 Pine Ave. 13 5th *1 , 2, 3 Maple Avenue School 952 Maple Ave. 14 *4 Spallino Towers 720 Tenth Street 15 *5 , 6 John Duke Senior Citizens Ctr. 1201 Hyde Park Blvd. 16 6th *1 Hyde Park School 1620 Hyde Park Blvd. 17 *2 Gaskill Prep School 910 Hyde Park Blvd. 18 *3 , 4 , 8 Cristoforo Columbo Society 2223 Pine Ave. 19 *5 City Hall 745 Main Street 20 *6 , 7 Niagara Street School 2513 Niagara Street 21 *9 Packard Court Center 4300 Pine Ave. 22 *10 LaSalle Prep School 7436 Buffalo Ave.
*ACCESS FOR HANDICAPPED
Section 3. Notice of such election/budget vote (see Attachment 1) and the business to be acted upon thereat shall be given as required by law and published in the Niagara Gazette newspaper published in Niagara Falls, New York, such publications to be made four (4) times within the seven (7) weeks preceding the date of the annual election/budget vote. The initial advertisement shall appear at least forty‐five (45) days (April 3, 2021) before the date of the election/budget vote.
Section 4. Such notice of such election shall be of such form and content as it required by law, including without limitation sections 2004 and 2007 of the Education Law. Each such notice shall state the day of the election to which it refers and the hours during which the polls are to be opened, shall state that an accurate description of the boundaries of the school election districts into which the school district is divided is on file and may be inspected in the office of the Board of Education, shall be held, shall state in substance any proposition which is to be submitted at such election and shall contain all provisions required by law. The Clerk of the Board of Education shall cause due and timely publication of such notice.
Section 5. The Clerk of the Board of Education is hereby directed to cause a copy of the appropriate register of voters to be delivered on the day of said election before the opening of the polls on such day to the inspectors of each polling place with the school district at the place or places where such election is to be held. Upon the closing the polls at such election, the ballots cast thereat shall be counted or canvassed by the inspectors of election in the manner provided by Section 2610 of the Education Law.
The votes cast for each candidate or proposition(s) shall be tallied and counted by the inspectors and a statement shall be made by them containing the names of each candidate receiving votes in such district and the number of votes cast for each proposition. Such statement shall be signed by the inspectors of election. The statement of the canvass of the votes shall be delivered to the Clerk of the Board of Education not later than the day following the election to which it refers and at which such votes were cast. The inspectors of election shall take all action and do all things necessary or required by law in connection with their performance or their duties incidental to such annual school election.
Date: February 25, 2021 Judith Glaser, Clerk of the Board of Education
CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS NOTICE OF ANNUAL SCHOOL DISTRICT PUBLIC HEARING ON BUDGET VOTE AND SCHOOL BOARD ELECTION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Public Hearing for the voters of the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls 2021‐22 budget and expenditure of funds vote will be held on Thursday, May 6, 2021, at 7:00 p.m., at the City of Niagara Falls City School District Administration Building (Board Room), located at 630 66th Street, Niagara Falls, New York. TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the Board of Education of this District will have prepared and completed a detailed statement in writing of the amount of money which will be required for the ensuing fiscal year, 2021‐22, for school purposes, specifying the several purposes and amount of each, together with the text of any resolution which will be presented to the voters. The amount of each purchase estimated necessary for payments to Boards of Cooperative Education Services shall be set forth in full with no deduction of estimated state aid. Said statement will be available, upon request, to taxpayers within this District during the hours of 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. from May 4th through May 18th with the exception of Saturdays, Sundays or holidays at each schoolhouse in the District.
TAKE FURTHER NOTICE That a copy of such statement may be obtained from the District Clerk’s Office each day other than Saturday, Sunday or holidays during the hours of 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. during the period of May 4th through May 18th.
TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the annual school election/budget vote of the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls shall be held on May 18, 2021, at 12:00 o’clock noon (E.D.S.T.) to 9:00 p.m. for the following purposes:
1. To elect two members to the Board of Education, who will each serve a full five‐year term of office commencing July 1, 2021. Petitions nominating candidates for the office of member of the board of education must be filed in the office of the clerk of the district between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., not later than April 28, 2021. The petition must be signed by at least 100 qualified voters.
2. To adopt the annual budget of the school district for the fiscal year 2021/22 and to authorize the requisite portion thereof to be raised by taxation on the taxable property of the District.
The voting at such annual school district election/budget vote shall be by ballot on voting machines as provided by the Education Law, at such election the polls will remain open from 12:00 o’clock noon until 9:00 o’clock p.m. and for such longer period of time as may be necessary to enable voters then present to cast their ballots.
TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the voting at such election will be held in the school election district polling sites designated and established by resolution of the Board of Education adopted February 25, 2021. Polling sites for the election/budget vote to be held on May 18, 2021, are listed at the end of this notice.
TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that at the Annual School District Election/Budget Vote to be held as specified above, the Budget for the School Year 2021/22 proposition will be presented as follows:
PROPOSITION NO. 1
Shall the following resolution be adopted to‐wit:
Shall the Board of Education of the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls be authorized to expend the sums set forth in the proposed 2021‐2022 budget submitted to the Annual Meeting on May 18, 2021, and to levy the necessary tax; therefore be it?
TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that applications for absentee ballots may be applied for at the office of the clerk of the district at 630 66th Street, Niagara Falls, NY. A list of all persons to whom absentee ballots have been issued will be available in the said office of the clerk on each of the five (5) business days prior to the day of the election and that such list will also be available at the polling places on the day of the election.
TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the board of registration shall meet to prepare the register of the school district on Monday, April 26, 2021 between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. at Niagara Falls High School, located at 4455 Porter Road, Niagara Falls, New York.
Any qualified person may have his/her name placed upon such register who shall present themselves personally for registration. The register prepared will be filed in the office of the clerk of the district and will be open for inspection by any qualified voter of the district during the hours of 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Monday through Friday, beginning Tuesday, April 27, 2021 until the day of election, May 18, 2021.
2021 POLLING PLACES CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. SCHOOL ELECTION DISTRICT LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT ELECTION DISTRICT 1 3rd *1, 11 Board of Education Admin. Bldg. 630 – 66th Street 2 *2 , 3 St. John DeLaSalle 8469 Buffalo Ave. 3 *4 , 8, 13 Grace Lutheran Church 736 Cayuga Dr. 4 *5 LaSalle Senior Citizens Ctr. 9501 Colvin Blvd. 5 *6 , 7 Geraldine J. Mann School 1330 – 95th Street 6 *9 , 10 79th Street School 551 – 79th Street 7 *12 Community Education Center 6040 Lindbergh Ave. 8 4th *1 St. John AME Church 917 Garden Ave. 9 *2 , 4 V.F.W. Post 917 2435 Seneca Ave. 10 *3 Wrobel Towers 800 Niagara Ave. 11 *5 , 6 Niagara Falls Public Library 1425 Main Street 12 *7 , 8 Niagara Arts & Cultural Ctr. 1201 Pine Ave. 13 5th *1 , 2, 3 Maple Avenue School 952 Maple Ave. 14 *4 Spallino Towers 720 Tenth Street 15 *5 , 6 John Duke Senior Citizens Ctr. 1201 Hyde Park Blvd. 16 6th *1 Hyde Park School 1620 Hyde Park Blvd. 17 *2 Gaskill Prep School 910 Hyde Park Blvd. 18 *3 , 4 , 8 Cristoforo Columbo Society 2223 Pine Ave. 19 *5 City Hall 745 Main Street 20 *6 , 7 Niagara Street School 2513 Niagara Street 21 *9 Packard Court Center 4300 Pine Ave. 22 *10 LaSalle Prep School 7436 Buffalo Ave.
*ACCESS FOR HANDICAPPED ‐ If you have any further questions concerning your registration, poll site or applying for an absentee ballot, please call the District Clerk at 286‐4204
Date: April 3, 17, May 1, & 15 2021
Items 6.06 – 6.07 were approved on a motion by Russell Petrozzi, seconded by Earl F Bass. Final Resolution: Motions Carry Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
6.06 Approval of a Contract for Professional Consultant Services by Independent Contractor for Truancy Prevention Programs – R. Cunningham Consultants, Inc. 3/1/21 –2/28/22
RESOLVED, That the Contract for Professional Consultant Services by an Independent Contractor for Truancy Prevention Programs between the Niagara Falls City School District and R. Cunningham Consultants, Inc. attached hereto, be approved; and RESOLVED, That the Contract is subject to such modifications as the Superintendent and School District Attorney deem appropriate, and be it further RESOLVED, That the President of the Board be authorized and directed to execute such contract; and RESOLVED, That the District Clerk be directed to obtain the signature of the President of the Board.
CONTRACT FOR PROFESSIONAL CONSULTANT SERVICES BY AN INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR
This agreement, MADE THIS 25th DAY OF February 2021, by and between the CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS, 630 Sixty Sixth Street, Niagara Falls, New York, 14304 (hereinafter called the “First Party”), and R. Cunningham Consultants, Inc., P.O. Box 432, Niagara Falls, New York 14302 hereinafter called the “Second Party”);
WITNESSETH:
IN CONSIDERATION OF the provisions and mutual covenants hereinafter set forth, the Parties do hereby mutually agree as follows: 1. Engagement of Second Party. The First Party hereby engages the Second Party as an independent contractor to render to the First Party the professional consulting services in the area of truancy prevention, hereinafter described, and the Second Party hereby accepts such engagement, upon and subject to the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth. 2. Professional Services and Duties of the Second Party. The Second Party shall provide and render to the First Party the usual and customary services of a consultant as they relate to interpreting services and shall include without limitation, the following: a. Provide truancy prevention intervention services Grades PreK‐12; b. The Second Party will maintain the strictest standards of ethical behavior and confidentiality;
All of these functions shall be performed under the direction of the Superintendent. This consultant should possess a thorough knowledge of truancy prevention initiatives. 3. Relationship Between the Parties. The Second Party shall not be an employee of the First Party. The Second Party is engaged by the First Party only for the purposes and to the extent set forth in this Agreement, and the relationship to the First Party during the term of this Agreement shall be solely and exclusively that of the professional consultant to perform only the services hereinbefore expressly set forth, in the exclusive capacity of independent contractor only, and in no event as servant or employee except as specifically set forth herein, neither party shall have the power to control the activities and operations of the other and their status at all times will continue to be that of independent contractor. 4. Compensation to the Second Party. Upon receipt of due monthly invoice indicating the days worked and duties performed, the First Party shall pay to the Second Party, for services rendered hereunder, a sum not to exceed $55,000, to be paid monthly by checks made payable to the order of the Second Party in equal monthly installments of $4,583 provided the invoices are received and approved by the District and receipt of a monthly report by the Superintendent. Payment checks payable to the order of the Second Party shall be deemed full payment to and acquittance by the Second Party. 5. Indemnification and Insurance. To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Second Party shall indemnify and hold harmless the First Party, its agents, servants, and/or employees from and against any and all costs, losses, and damages arising out of the performance of its services under this Agreement excepting, however, the negligent acts or omissions of the First Party, it’s agents, servants and/or employees. The Second Party shall maintain general liability insurance in amounts acceptable to the First Party. All policies shall name the First Party as an additional part insured. The Second Party is responsible for all withholding taxes, insurance, unemployment, and Workers’ Compensation insurance as required by law. Certificates of insurance shall be filed with the First Party prior to the commencement of services and after each renewal date of the policies listed on the certificates. The certificates shall contain provision that coverage afforded under the policies will not be canceled until at least thirty days prior written notice is given to the First Party. 6. Term of Contract. This Contract shall be effective from March 1, 2021 through February 28, 2022, provided, however, that any Party may, at any given time, terminate this Contract in all respects by giving to the other Party ten days advance written notice of its election to terminate the same. 7. Assignment. The Independent Contractor may hire and pay assistants; however, the Independent Contractor is responsible for all wages, benefits, and taxes for any assistants so hired. 8. Entire Agreement. This Agreement contains the entire agreement of the Parties and may be modified or amended only in writing duly subscribed by all of the Parties.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement on the date and year first above written.
CONSULTANT CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS
______Ronald Cunningham President, Board of Education
STATE OF NEW YORK ) ) ss: COUNTY OF NIAGARA )
On this day of February 2021, before me, the undersigned, a Notary Public in and for the State of New York, personally appeared ______, to me known or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the individual whose name is subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he/she executed the same in his capacity, and that by his/her signature on the instrument, t/he individual, or the person upon behalf of the individual acted, executed the instrument.
______Notary Public
STATE OF NEW YORK ) ) ss: COUNTY OF NIAGARA )
On this day of February 2021, before me, the undersigned, a Notary Public in and for the State of New York, personally appeared ______, President of the Board of Education of the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls, to me known or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the individual whose name is subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that she executed the same in her capacity, and that by her signature on the instrument, the individual, or the person upon behalf of the individual acted, executed the instrument.
______Notary Public
6.07 Approval of Contract Between The City School District of the City of Niagara Falls and Marty Shimmel, Independent Contractor, For Professional Services in Securing Sponsorships and/or Gifts For Benefit of the District 3/1/2021 ‐ 1/31/22
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby approves the Contract between the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls and Marty Shimmel, Independent Contractor, for professional services in identifying and securing individual and corporate sponsors and/or donors desiring to partner with the District, at a fee not to exceed Two Thousand Dollars ($2,000) per month and an amount equal to 8.0% the amount of sponsorships or gifts secured by Marty Shimmel, Independent Contractor, and received by the District, for the period March 1, 2021 through January 31 , 2022, a copy of which Contract is attached; and be it further
RESOLVED, that the Contract is subject to such modifications as the Superintendent and School District Attorney deem appropriate; and be it further RESOLVED, that the President of the Board be authorized and directed to execute such Contract; and RESOLVED, that the District Clerk be directed to obtain the signature of the President of the Board. CONTRACT THIS CONTRACT, made this 1st day of March 2021 by and between the CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS, 630‐66th street, Niagara Falls, New York 14304, the "District", and Marty Shimmel, Independent Contractor.
WITNESSETH:
IN CONSIDERATION OF the provisions and mutual covenants hereinafter set forth, the parties do hereby, MUTUALLY AGREE as follows:
1. Engagement of Consultant: The District hereby engages the Consultant as an Independent Consultant to render to the District professional services in securing private and corporate funding sponsors and/or donors, as are hereinafter more specifically described, and the Consultant hereby accepts such engagement, upon and subject to the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth.
2. Professional Services and Duties of the Consultant: The Consultant shall provide and render to the District consulting services in securing private and/or corporate funding sponsors and/or donors, which shall include but not be limited to the following:
A. Prepare comprehensive assessments of the goals and targets of the District to secure private and corporate funding for sponsorships and/or gifts and to develop strategies to secure such funding opportunities from private and corporate sponsors;
B. Establish and recommend values for the various components of the
District Athletic Complex including but not limited to the Field House,
Football Field and Track, Baseball Fields, Soccer Fields and Tennis Courts, Roads, pathways and parking areas, to the Board for its consideration and approval; c. To prepare various funding proposals to encourage and secure private and corporate sponsorships and/or gifts in accordance with the District's Naming Policy;
D. Identify private and corporate sources respective to participation in funding sponsorships and/or giving of gifts;
E. Create a clear message that identifies projects that are relevant to targeted private and corporate sponsors and/or including not‐for‐profit sponsors;
F. Meet with the identified private and corporate sponsors and/or donors to secure their sponsorship or gift;
G. Submit and follow up on requests for funding from identified sponsors and/or donors;
H. Facilitate negotiations between interested private and corporate sponsors and/or donors and the District, including scheduling and participating in negotiations, if requested by the District;
I. Assist the District in concluding appropriate and acceptable Agreements with the identified private or corporate sponsors and/or donors;
J. To do such other things necessary to secure the funding in accordance with the terms of this Contract and District policies. All services and functions to be performed shall be performed by Consultant in consultation with the Superintendent of Schools and/or his designee.
3. Relationship between the Parties: The Consultant shall not be an employee of the District. The Consultant is engaged by the District only for the purposes and to the extent set forth in this Contract and the relationship to the District during the term of this Contract shall be solely and exclusively that of the professional consultant to perform only the services hereinbefore expressly set forth in the exclusive capacity of independent consultant only and in no event as servant or employee. Except as specifically set forth herein, neither party shall have the power to control the activities and operations of the other and their status at all times will continue to be that of independent contractor.
4. Approval of Values: Consultant acknowledges and agrees the District has the unrestricted right to accept, reject or modify the values presented by the Consultant, at any time, and the Consultant's fee shall be determined on the value as finally determined by the Board.
5. Securing Sponsorships: The District agrees to have appropriate representatives meet with the Consultant upon the execution of this Contract to provide the Consultant such information about the District and its mission and intent in offering sponsorships or requesting gifts. Thereafter, neither the Board and/or Superintendent and/or District representative shall be involved in any manner with obtaining the Sponsorships and/or gifts except as specifically provided in this Contract, unless such involvement or participation is approved in writing by the Superintendent.
6. Compensation to Consultant:
(a) The District shall pay to the Consultant and the Consultant accepts for its services such amounts, and in such manner, as provided in "Attachment A", which is a part of this Contract.
(b) The Consultant shall be paid only for those services it provides in such amounts and in such manner as provided in "Attachment A" and shall not be entitled to payment for any other additional services unless such services are requested to be performed, in writing, by the Superintendent.
(c) Consultant has been advised and acknowledges and agrees that the District has the unrestricted right to accept or reject an offer from a sponsor presented to it by Consultant for any reason, and that it shall not be entitled to nor make claim for a fee for the offer presented to and rejected by the District and further agrees it shall be entitled to a fee only if an Agreement is concluded between the District and the Sponsor and or Donor and the funds are received in accordance with the terms of the concluded Agreement
(d) Consultant agrees that it shall only be entitled to a fee for offers made by sponsors it secures for the District and for which an Agreement is concluded and executed by the District and that should the District secure an offer and conclude an Agreement with entities or persons other than those it presents to the District, it shall not be entitled to a fee.
(e) Consultant has been advised and acknowledges that the District's Naming Policy provides for the incremental use of the amount offered by sponsor to be spread over a number of years as determined by the District in its sole discretion, and as result thereof it agrees that if requested by the District it shall accept it's agreed upon fee in installments equal to the number of years over which the amount of the sponsorship may be extended, provided however, the District shall pay said fee in such installments to the Consultant whether or not he is in contractual relationship with the District, or if deceased to his heirs and/or his distributes. Further, in the event an Agreement is concluded with a Sponsor and is earlier terminated in such a manner as may require the District to return future installments of the amount paid to the Sponsor, it, Consultant shall waive its right to its fee due, if any, on the installments so returned.
License: The Consultant shall have such valid licenses that may be required by any governmental entity or division thereof to provide the services indicated in this Contract.
8. Taxes and Insurance: As an Independent Contractor, the Consultant is responsible for all withholding taxes, insurance, worker's compensation and unemployment insurance. The Consultant as Independent Contractor shall obtain liability insurance in amounts acceptable to the District and naming the District and the Board of Education as additional named insured's and shall file certificates evidencing such insurance with the District prior to commencing services under this Contract.
9. Indemnification: To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Consultant shall indemnify and hold harmless the District, its agents, servants and/or employees from and against any and all cost, losses and damages arising out of the performance of its services under this Contract excepting however, the negligent acts or omissions of the District, its agents, servants and/or employees.
10. Term of Contract: This Contract shall be effective from March 1, 2021 through January 31, 2022, provided however, that any party may at any given time terminate this Contract in all respects by giving to the other party thirty (30) days advance written notice of its election to terminate the same.
11. Assignment: The services to be rendered by the Consultant under this Contract are unique and personal. Accordingly, the Consultant shall not transfer or assign any of the duties or obligations under this Contract and any attempted such transfer, assignment or delegation shall be wholly void.
12. Entire Contract: This Contract contains the entire agreement of the parties and may be modified or amended only in writing duly subscribed by all of the parties.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Contract on the day and year first above written.
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Marty Shimmel, Independent Contractor President, Niagara Falls Board of Education
"ATTACHMENT A" MARTY SHIMMEL, INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR FEE SCHEDULE MARCH 1, 2021 – JANUARY 31, 2022 The following fees will be paid to Consultant for all services rendered pursuant to this Contract.
‐ Two Thousand Dollars ($2,000 ) monthly, payable on or before the 10th day of the month next succeeding the month that services rendered, commencing March 10, 2021 and continuing on the 10th day of each month thereafter with the last installment due upon termination of this Contract, January 31, 2022; plus
‐ Eight percent (8.0%) commission on the amount of Sponsorships or Gifts secured by Consultant and receipt thereof by the District, in accordance with the terms of this Contract.
STATE OF NEW YORK: COUNTY OF NIAGARA: ss.:
On this ____ day of February 2021, the undersigned, a Notary Public in the said state, personally appeared, Marty Shimmel, Independent Contractor, personally known to me or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the individual whose name is subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he executed the same in his capacity, and that by his signature on the instrument, the individual or the person upon behalf of which the individual acted, executed the instrument.
______Notary Public
STATE OF NEW YORK: COUNTY OF NIAGARA: ss.
On this ____ day of February 2021, before me, the undersigned, a Notary Public in the said state, personally appeared, Vincent J. Cancemi, President of the Board of Education of the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls, to me known or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the individual whose name is subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he executed the same in his capacity, and that by his signature on the instrument, the individual or the person upon behalf of which the individual acted, executed the instrument.
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Notary Public
6.08 State Environmental Quality Review Resolution of The City School District of the City of Niagara Falls, New York School District Renovation at Harry F Abate Elementary School
RESOLVED, The Proposed Action, individually and cumulatively,(i) in no case, has a significant adverse impact on the environment based on the criteria contained in 6 NYCRR Part 617; (ii) are not a Type I action as defined in 6 NYCRR Part 617; (iii) does not constitute substantial changes to the existing facilities and (iv) involves routine activities of educational institutions, and, therefore, does not exceed the thresholds for a Type II Action established under 6 NYCRR Part 617; and
RESOLVED, The Board hereby determines the Proposed Action is a Type II action in accordance with SEQRA regulations; and
RESOLVED, No further review of the Proposed Action is required under SEQRA; and
RESOLVED, This resolution shall be effective immediately.
Items 6.09 – 6.15 were approved on a motion by Anthony F Paretto, seconded by Russell Petrozzi. Final Resolution: Motions Carry Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
6.09 Approval of Payment No. 12 to John W. Danforth Company for plumbing work, Contract #107, for the Stewardship Capital Project
RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approves the payment of $27,623.16 to John W. Danforth Company, 300 Colvin Woods Parkway Tonawanda, NY 14150 in accordance with the Application and Certificate for Payment #12; and further
RESOLVED, That the appropriation be expended from the Capital Fund and submitted as a claim for State Aid reimbursement according to the State formula for school buildings. 6.10 Approval of Payment No. 13 to John W. Danforth Company for mechanical / HVAC work, contract #108/109, for the Stewardship Capital Project
RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approves the payment of $64,248.27 to John W. Danforth Company, 300 Colvin Woods Parkway Tonawanda, NY 14150 in accordance with the Application and Certificate for Payment #13; and further
RESOLVED, That the appropriation be expended from the Capital Fund and submitted as a claim for State Aid reimbursement according to the State formula for school buildings.
6.11 Approval of Payment No. 12 to CIR Electric Co. for electrical work, contract #110, for the Stewardship Capital Project
RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approves the payment of $183,262.74 to CIR Electric Co. 2715 Long Rd Suite 1 Grand Island, NY 14072 in accordance with the Application and Certificate for Payment #12; and further
RESOLVED, That the appropriation be expended from the Capital Fund and submitted as a claim for State Aid reimbursement according to the State formula for school buildings.
6.12 Approval of Payment No. 11 to Johnson Controls Inc. for temperature control work, contract #111, for the Stewardship Capital Project RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approves the payment of $9,526.00 to Johnson Controls Inc. 130 John Muir Drive, Suite 100 Amherst, NY 14228 in accordance with the Application and Certificate for Payment #11; and further RESOLVED, That the appropriation be expended from the Capital Fund and submitted as a claim for State Aid reimbursement according to the State formula for school buildings. 6.13 Approval of Change Order No. 106‐007 for Scrufari Construction co., LLC for general construction work on the Stewardship Capital projects – district‐wide Reconstruction Phase II RESOLVED, That the Board of Education hereby approves Change Order No. 106‐007 consisting of PCI 025, PCI 039, and PCI 143 for $19,016.29 to Scrufari Construction Co, LLC, 3925 Hyde Park Blvd, Niagara Falls, NY 14305; and RESOLVED, That the President of the Board be authorized to execute the construction change order on behalf of the District; and RESOLVED, That the District Clerk be directed to obtain the signature of the President of the Board.
6.14 Approval of Change Order No. 107‐004 for John W. Danforth Company for plumbing work on the Stewardship Capital Projects – District‐wide Reconstruction Phase II RESOLVED, That the Board of Education hereby approves Change Order No. 107‐004 consisting of PCI 036 for $8,801.76 to John W Danforth Company at 300 Colvin Woods Pkwy Tonawanda, NY 14150; and RESOLVED, That the President of the Board be authorized to execute the construction change order on behalf of the District; and RESOLVED, That the District Clerk be directed to obtain the signature of the President of the Board. 6.15 Approval of Change Order No. 108/109‐003 for John W. Danforth Company for HVAC/mechanical work on the stewardship capital projects – District‐wide Reconstruction Phase II
RESOLVED, That the Board of Education hereby approves Change Order No. 108/109‐003 consisting of PCI 040, PCI 051, PCI 060 and PCI 081 for $7,750.88 to John W Danforth Company at 300 Colvin Woods Pkwy Tonawanda, NY 14150; and RESOLVED, That the President of the Board be authorized to execute the construction change order on behalf of the District; and RESOLVED, That the District Clerk be directed to obtain the signature of the President of the Board.
Item 6.16 was approved on a motion by Russell Petrozzi, seconded by Rob Bilson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
6.16 Approval of a resolution recognizing Ron Anderluh. Whereas, Mr. Ron Anderluh has long and faithful service to the students of the City of Niagara Falls City School District; and Whereas, Mr. Anderluh has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to further the best interests of Niagara Falls Schools by serving on its Audit Committee; and Whereas, Mr. Anderluh has dedicated an immeasurable amount of time and energy leading the Niagara Street Neighborhood Revitalization Organization to create safe spaces for children in the community; and Whereas, Mr. Anderluh actively supported the building of a new Niagara Street School in 2007; and Whereas, Mr. Anderluh has shown friendship and loyalty to all who crossed his path and shared his goal of improving our community; Now, therefore, be it resolved, that the Board of Education hereby expresses its sincere gratitude and admiration to Mr. Ron Anderluh for his contributions as a concerned citizen and true friend, and as a fit and worthy role model to the community’s children; and Be it further resolved, that the Board of Education recognizes the exemplary character and invaluable contributions of Mr. Ron Anderluh.
Mr. Canecmi: Mr. Anderluh expresses his thanks and is humbled by this recogniction; he was driven by a desire to better the community and never considered this work a chore. He held countless fundraisers, was involved in innumerable projects. He is the standard against which all will be measured. Mr. Anderluh appeared virtually and expressed that Niagara Street School was his home, and thanked everyone for the honor.
7. Review of the Proposed Policy(ies) None
7.01 Resolution
8. Information and Reports
Community members speaking via telephone on non‐agenda related items:
Rodney Sheard – 404 18th Street 14303 Mr. Sheard spoke regarding a letter to the editor published in the Niagara Gazette by Mr. B. Brundidge. As a representative of the Men Standing Strong group, Mr. Sheard wished to state that the group is not in agreement with Mr. Brundidge’s viewpoint, as expressed in the Niagara Gazette. Men Standing Proud knows the Superintendent is working hard to get students back to school. The schools continue to have the group’s support. Its members are committed to their agenda of renaming schools. The two goals – in‐person classes and renaming of schools, are not contradictory.
Gloria Dolson 1502 Ontario Ave. – Ms. Dolson commended Mr. Anderluh, with whom she has worked many times; the evening’s resolution honoring him was well‐deserved. Concerning remarks made by Mr. Brundidge, Ms. Dolson disagrees with Mr. Brundidge’s viewpoint. The schools have great teachers and students. Schools are closed because of a virus. The Board should remember the individuals after whom schools are already named and should rename more. Thanks to Mr. Laurrie and the Board, for they hard work.
Jaqueline Pryor‐ 507 5th Street: Ms. Pryor expressed that Mr. Anderluh has always been there for everyone. She offered thanks to Mr. Carella for his time and communication regarding the behavior assessment program, about which she had contacted him with questions.
Regarding the possible renaming of schools: Ms. Pryor’s mother, Myra Hooper Pryor Satterfield, was a special education teacher, so this is a matter about which she has the following opinion: renaming schools will help the city in recalling its history vis‐a‐vis the Underground Railroad and Black history. She disagrees with Mr. Brundidge’s viewpoint expressed in the newspaper.
8.01 Superintendent's Report
The Superintendent reported that the instance of positive COVID‐19 cases is slowing down precipitously; the six‐foot social distancing recommendation might be reduced to three feet, with masks remaining in use; students continue to return to schools in greater numbers; the Governor has retracted his previous call for daily vaccination reports; he expressed his thanks to NF Memorial Medical Center for its assistance with immunizations; reported that summer programs are ready for implementation ‐ Mr. Carella will present on this topic in the future.
Further, mandated assessments for students in grades three through eight have not been waived by the State; the Superintendent’s recommendation is that the tests be administered in September and used as baseline indicators; similarly, Regents examinations remain as a requirement in the four, usually required areas: English Language Arts, algebra, living environment, and earth science.
Further, student swim competitions are on pause; spectators will now be allowed at sporting competitions as follows: two spectators per student athlete for basketball and swim, one spectator per student athlete for bowling and hockey.
Further, the Superintendent expressed thanks to Mr. Granieri as he leads technology; a limited number of laptops distributed to students are missing, and approximately 300 need repairs.
8.02 Board Members Report and Comments
Mr. Vilardo: Commended the NFHS staff for the new project presented this evening; expressed that he is glad to meet in person next month, as the Board is trying to get students back to school and should set an example. The District under this and previous Superintendents has come a very long way with budget; it is gratifying to see this marked improvement .
Mrs. Dunn: Commended Mrs. Jones for the new project presented this evening and she is anxious to hear more about it; expressed thanks to NF Memorial Medical Center for its assistance with COVID‐19; expressed that she is also anxious to be back to holding Board meetings in person.
Mr. Bass: Expressed his surprised and amusement to see himself in depicted as a graduating senior in NFHS Powerpoint presentation; commended staff at high school and encouraged banks and other financial professionals be invited to be part of the new high school pathways so that education in financial literacy is included; expressed that the state of the proposed budget currently being formulated represents the least stressful in his time serving on the Board; expressed thanks to all staff.
Mr. Paretto: Commended the NFHS staff for the new project presented this evening, and further remarked that is a big undertaking, which is long overdue; he offered kudos to the financial staff on the budget; and remarked that Mr. Anderluh has been a blessing to the community.
Dr. Barstys: expressed his appreciation to the three members of the public who spoke to the Board this evening; expressed that Mr. Anderluh is a treasure to this city; expressed his wish that the Superintendent’s recent birthday was enjoyable; and thanked the Superintendent and executive team for their work on the budget; he offered kudos to the NFHS administrative team.
Mr. Bilson: thanked Mrs. Jones and the administrative staff at high school for her work on the new program, presented this evening; he congratulated and thanked Mr. Anderluh for his years of work in the District and community; thanked members of the public who spoke for their time and support; thanked teachers, parents and all year staff for their work during the Covid‐19 pandemic; and further thanked the Board members and Superintendent, as they work very hard to do best for students.
Mr. Petrozzi: expressed his thanks to the high school team for trying something new, and said he will share the information with chamber of commerce, so they might assist; he further expressed his tahnks and admiration to Mr. Anderluh for his role in the community these many years. Mr. Cancemi: offered kudos to Mrs. Jones and the high school staff regarding their new program; thanked Mr. Petrozzi for sharing his expertise regarding capital projects and change orders; expressed belated birthday greetings to the Superintendent; thanked Mr. Anderluh for allowing him to offer words on his behalf, and thanked him for his community contributions over the years; he also thanked the technology team for its work on making the meeting remote.
9. Advanced Planning
9.01 Future Agenda Items
BRS ARS/Regular Mtg.
Thursday, March 11th, 2021 Thursday, March 25, 2021 1. Capital Projects 1. COVID‐19 Updates 2. COVID‐19 Updates 2. 2021‐2022 General Fund Budget 3. Review of Board Meeting Agenda Items 2. 2021‐2022 General Fund Budget – March 25th Regular Board Meeting 3. Review of Board Meeting Agenda Items – March 25th Regular Board Meeting – Mr. 4. Regular Meeting. Laurrie, Mrs. Glaser, Ms. Massaro
9.02 Future Meeting Dates
10. Adjournment
10.01 Meeting Adjourned in memory of the following who recently passed away:
1. Randy Gray, husband of Deanne Gray, cook at 79th Street School. Mr. Gray was also the brother‐in‐law of school nurse, Andrea Greig; 2. Josephine Colosi, mother‐in‐law of NFHS math teacher Julie Colosi; 3. Denise Easterling, mother of LPS secretary Marchica Robinson; 4. Lena J. Gobbo, retired cleaner, grandmother of NFHS math teacher Denise Karski; 5. Laurence A. Stephens, retired math teacher at LSHS; 6. Laura Colangelo, mother of NFHS teacher Giulio Colangelo , mother‐in‐law of Abate School teacher Elizabeth Colangelo and grandmother of LaSalle Prep teacher Julia Meyers; 7. Grace Colosimo a former District typist who worked from 1948 to 1952 at Ashland Avenue School and Sugar Street School; 8. Vincent Porto, retired Maintenance Department employee; 9. Casey Frank, brother of Cataract teaching assistant Saladin Quanaah Allah; 10. Christopher Frank, father of Saladin Quanaah Allah.
Meeting adjourned on a motion by Russell Petrozzi, seconded by Earl F Bass. All in favor.
Respectfully submitted,
Judith Glaser District Clerk
Agenda Review Session
March 11, 2021
Board Room – 630 66th Street
Mr. Cancemi opened the meeting at 5:32 p.m.
BOARD PRESENT: Ron Barstys, Earl Bass, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn, Paul Kudela Anthony Paretto, Russ Petrozzi, V. Cancemi
Excused: N. Vilardo
Administration Staff: J. Doerr, J Giarrizzo, J. Glaser, R. Granieri, R. Holody, J Jacklin, N Ruffolo, , Angelo Massaro, M Massaro, E Smeal.
A moment of silence was observed in memory of community activists Mr. Ron Anderluh and Mrs. Lexie Sanders.
Superintendent Announcements: one year ago today COVID shut down started. BOE is entertaining commentary on school renaming. Interscholastic Chess Champions of Wester New York. Traveling to Rochester to face Section V. The Superintendent has been asked by Sen. Ortt to on State Senate Committee to legalize marijuana. Received roof bids for Kalfas School. Awaiting SED approval before awarding. Twenty‐nine NFHS students are going to get their OSHA cards.
Sister Schools Update
Mr. Laurrie stated that this concept was first discussed in 1993, successfully done in North Tonawanda. This will positively impact the graduation rate. The Niagara Falls Teachers Union has been a partner in this process.
Mr. Carella provided this update, along with C. Buchman, R. Merino, L. Tompkins:
Updated NYSED Learning Standards, Mental Health Education mandates, and Social/Emotional Learning Guidance complement the original vision for Sister Schools first proposed in 2018. The impact of COVID‐ 19, particularly the anticipated learning loss and achievement gaps between groups, and the erosion of student/family stability and mental health, makes the Sister School framework a critical piece of the District’s recovery efforts.
To review the concept: One school will exist in three campuses, consisting of Primary and Intermediate Learning Centers.
Henry J. Kalfas and Niagara Street Elementary Schools will host students in grades Pre‐K 3 to two,
Harry F. Abate will host students in grades three to six. The campuses will have a shared vision and shared families but will be one school community, with targeted and specialized programming by grade level, developmentally age appropriate special programs, theme‐based instruction and additional enrichment and intervention opportunities for students.
Work done pre‐pandemic included November and December 2018 – Original Advisory Committee convened and outlined Advantages/Barriers/Future Actions; July 2019 – Expanded Advisory Committee refined focus, discussed programming, added Kalfas Magnet School as second primary site; September 2019 – Parent Forums were held at each school site; October 2019 – Parent Survey was administered; November 2019 – February 2020 –Superintendent’s staff examined logistics prior to final Board approval Feb. 13, 2020; February – March: Planning Committee was formed with subcommittees: Primary and Intermediate Academic and SEL Workgroups & Transition, School Scheduling and Orientation Planning.
Tenets:
Instructional Standardization – vertically aligned curricula at each grade – core, intervention and enrichment; Unified Delivery of Instruction – consistent approaches, practices and expectations; Embedded Opportunities for Professional Collaboration and Coaching – structures and schedules which support Professional Learning Communities within the school; Classroom Environment, Rituals, Routines and Class/Grade Level Organization
Additional Options for Academic Intervention in primary grades includes: early mathematics intervention, reading recovery iterations will be part of curriculum “k lab”, enhanced student support systems and interventions – grade level appropriate, consistent rituals, routines and, classroom environment, integration of play, character education direct instruction to promote self‐regulation and positive social skills, academic enrichment, performing arts, STEAM, supported by trimester rotations so students can experience all enrichment opportunities data‐based differentiated instruction – every student enters grade 3 reading to learn!weekly teacher collaboration and professional development time, teams of teachers continually check student progress and deliver flexible, small group instruction.
At the intermediate level, a vertically aligned project‐based learning will include: performing arts, STEAM, career exploration and awareness, enhanced student support systems and interventions – grade level appropriate, school environment, framework for student support, creative teaming and scheduling, sel programming to include interventions & school‐wide character education , academic intervention in math and ELA.
Cafeteria Update
Mr. Ruffolo provided this update:
NFCSD believes lunch time should be a positive experience in an inclusive cafeteria that makes them feel respected and sets them up to thrive socially and academically.
Newly designed cafeterias have been designed to strengthen student pride, creating an environment of which every student will want to be a part, serving as a gathering place for students to talk, collaborate, and learn, in addition to eating. Provides diverse restaurant‐style seating such as booths, bistro seating, pub style, and conversation tables featuring school logos and colors; each café was designed based on age demographics. Cafeterias have elevated to become destinations for school branding and desirable hangouts.
Cost:
GJ MANN Elementary ‐ $42,520.00 ‐TBD
Harry F. Abate Elementary ‐ $69,799.00 –TBD
Gaskill Prep School ‐ $130,672.00 (includes set‐up) – second week of Spring break
Lasalle Prep School‐ $128,552.00 (Includes set‐up) ‐second week of spring break
Niagara Falls High School‐ $230,552.00 (includes set‐up) – second week of spring break
This is cost‐neutral to the General Fund budget; there are funds in the cafeteria reserve.
Electricity Update
Mr. Smeal provided this update:
The District has been paying for its energy allotment, but enjoys a large cost avoidance. Last year there was record low pricing at 1.7 cents per kilowatt hour. This is part of the NYPA relicensing agreement giving the District preference power. In September 2025, the District could renegotiate, but has realized $7.2million in avoided cost since inception.
2021‐2022 General Fund Budget Update
Tax Collection and Interest reduced $55,000 and $45,000, respectively.
Star is going toward check instead of reduction
Reserves & Savings Prior Year ($6,209,221)
Projected Additional Revenue $9,640,507
Appropriations:
ERS rate 2.1% for a total of 18.3%
OT/PT slightly under‐budgeted this year; about $70,000 month on average.
CPI changed to 1.7%
GAP: $868,000 Awaiting State’s budget; President Biden signed stimulus, $34 million to District. We await how those funds will be made available; 20% must be made on academic recovery. Can be spent until September 2023.
COVID UPDATE
Mr. Laurrie provided the following update:
Positive COVID cases are dropping; about 70% of teachers have been vaccinated.
More students are returning to school.
COVID‐related expenses total $70,000/monthly, cumulative total to date is $499,113.97 . Awaiting FEMA to reimburse $75,000.
Internal Audit: Spending from August to December, only 8 findings; 5 confirmatories (down 68% from last year); of these, two were COVID‐related; one had to do with graduation booklets; two were overpayments.
Internal Audit Cafeteria Fund summary was distributed. There were no findings. One suggestion was to ensure there is depth of skills in food service; Mr. Edwards has no back‐up.
Free meals to community to end in June.
A review of agenda was held.
Mr. Laurrie announced that on May 13, the Rev. Sylvester Beaman, who offered at benediction at President Biden’s inauguration, will be here to receive the Distinguished Alumni Award.
Rep. Brian Higgins wants to come to the District March 19, 22, or 23 in to see the blossoming trades programming.
Alumnus Fritz Proctor has 3.5 million social media followers; WKBW‐TV is doing a story on him.
An executive session was convened at 8:15 p.m. on a motion by Mrs. Dunn and seconded by Mr. Bass for the purposes of discussing three cases regarding the possible dismissal of a person; one case which has to do with negotiations under the Taylor Law; three cases regarding the possible promotion of individuals; one case regarding the proposed sale real property; one case which involves the discussion of an employee and includes that individual’s employment history; all in favor. Executive Session was adjourned at 9:23 p.m. on a motion by Mr. Kudela and seconded by Mrs. Dunn. All in favor.
CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS
Niagara Falls, New York
Agenda 03/25/2021 Regular Board 7 p.m.
1. Agenda Review Session
The Board convened an executive session at 5:31 p.m. on a motion by Dr. Barstys seconded by Mr. Kudela 5:30 p.m. for the purpose of discussion which could identify a student; to discuss three instances that may result in the discipline or removal of employees; and one case of litigation.
The Board exited Executive Session at 6:16 on a motion by Dr. Barstys seconded by Mr. Vilardo.
Mr. Cancemi opened the meeting at 6:21 p.m.
Mr. Laurrie introduced the Prep Schools Administrative Teams:
P‐TECH Grant Grant with NCCC; 25 students in cohort can graduate in four years with a high school diploma and 24 credit hours toward associate’s degree or could conceivably complete an associate’s degree by taking additional college credit bearing courses at NFHS. The grant also allows for successful students to complete the degree at NCCC, with the grant paying the remaining tuition obligation.
Mr. Carella and Ms. Rotella‐Zafuto offered the following update (Also in attendance.
Derek Zimmerman, Principal & John Briglio Vice Principal GPS; Kathy Urban, Principal & Roland Davis III, Vice Principal LPS; Monica Lopoyda (NCCC) Assistant to the Vice President of Academic Affairs; Brad Wingert, Assistant Vice President of Academic Affairs):
P‐TECH is a seven – year $2.28 million grant for college and career preparation. Participating students in rigorous science and math courses could earn up to 24 credit hours through Niagara County Community College tuition free in Mechanical Tech. Job shadowing, internships. STEM based. CDOS, Regents, up to 24 credit hours.
Recruiting is taking place through drone clubs at the prep schools; outreach to grade eight students and parents; parent meetings at each prep school.
Coursework includes: 9th Grade ‐ CFM 1, Accelerated Math and Science . 1st college course MET 110 summer of 9th grade; 10th Grade ‐ CFM2, MAT 111 Advanced; Algebra Trig. Summer of 10th grade DRF
180, Drafting Techniques. 1th Grade ‐ 4 College credit bearing courses: ELT 110, TEC 105, ENG 101 and ENG 103 Writing for STEM. Summer of 11th grade DRF 279 Technical Seminar 12th Grade ‐ TEC 120 and PHY 152 Prep Classes, Job shadowing and Internships.
*Students can advance through PTECH program at their own pace. There is built in after school academic support 2 days per week as well as some Saturdays. Students could possibly complete NCCC's degree requirements in 4, 5 or 6 years depending on how many college credits they accumulate in high school.
Summer camp July 12 ‐26; Algebra, engineering, and speaker series and parent engagement components.
New courses at NFHS bearing college credit: MET 110 and more to come.
To date, 41 students are interested in participating. This is not income based.
Review of Agenda – An agenda review was held.
Mr. Massaro explained a resolution to be walked on regarding opposition to an asphalt plant located near several Niagara Falls Schools and potentially impacting environmental quality. See 6.12.
2. Call to Order by Mr. Cancemi at 7 p.m.
2.01 Pledge of Allegiance 2.02 Prayer offered by Mrs. Dunn. 2.03 Roll Call – all present.
3. Letters and Communications ‐
3.01 Oral Communications – A gentleman identifying himself as Squeezebox Johnny Quinn, 3959 Forest Parkway, North Tonawanda spoke on his opposition to renaming Maple Avenue School. He is chair of the 100th anniversary celebration committee for that school.
Michaele LaNova of the same address spoke on her opposition to school renaming.
3.02 Written Communications‐ Notes of thanks from the families of Vincent Porto, Casey Frank, and Anthony Gelose for adjourning in memory of their loved ones.
4. Recommended Actions from the Superintendent of Schools ‐ Routine Matters
4.01 Minutes – February 2021 (SG 4)
Motion to approve minutes ‐ January 2021
Motion by Earl F Bass, second by Paul Kudela.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
4.02 Approval of Budget Transfer ‐ #8 (SG3)
Motion by Earl F Bass, second by Paul Kudela.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
4.03 Approval of the following Bids (SG3)
1. RECYCLING & TRASH REMOVAL SERVICES BID #14, MINI ‐ BID NO. 1
Motion by Paul Kudela, second by Russell Petrozzi.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
4.04 Treasurer's Report – February 2021 (SG3) Received and filed. 4.05 Budget Status Report – March 2021 (SG3) Received and filed. 4.06 Personnel Report – Certificated (SG 1, 2)
Motion by Paul Kudela, second by Earl F Bass.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dun
4.07 Personnel Report ‐ Classified (SG 1, 2)
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Russell Petrozzi.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
4.08 Report from Committee on Special Education (SG 1)
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Rob Bilson.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
4.09 Report from Committee on Preschool Special Education (SG 1)
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Rob Bilson.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
4.10 Short‐Term Contracts (SG 1, 3)
1. Robert Jacobs School Bus Logistics Planning and Implementation of School Transportation Routes $135.00 per hour NTE $13,500. A2280.409.007
March – April 2021
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Clara Dunn.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
5. Unfinished Business 5.01 None
6. New Business (see BoardDocs)
Items 6.01 – 6.03: Motion by Paul Kudela, second by Anthony F Paretto.
Final Resolution: Motions Carry
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
6.01 Acceptance of Funds From the City of Niagara Falls, New York for Assistance in the Operation and Maintenance of the Our Schools Channel (OSC) 01/01/2021 – 12/31/2021 (SG 1, 3, 4, 5)
WHEREAS, In 2004, the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls, New York by Agreement with the City of Niagara Falls, New York was designated to operate and administer the Access Education Channel, now known as Our School’s Channel (OSC); and
WHEREAS, The District has successfully operated the OSC since the date of the Agreement affording its students, staff and the community educational and informative programs; and
WHERAS, In the past, the City has assisted the District by contributing monies towards the operation and maintenance of OSC; and
WHEREAS, The City again wishes to assist the District and contribute $10,000.00 (ten thousand dollars) towards the operation and maintenance of OSC for the period of January 01, 2021 through December 31, 2021, subject to certain terms and conditions contained within the Agreement negotiated by the City and District representatives; therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Board of Education accepts the sum of $10,000.00 (ten thousand dollars) from the City of Niagara Falls, New York for assistance in the operation and maintenance of Our Schools Channel (OSC) and does hereby approve the Agreement attached hereto, by and between the City and School District, as to the use of said funds; and
RESOLVED, That the Agreement is subject to such modifications as the Superintendent and School District Attorney deem appropriate, and be it further
RESOLVED, That the President is hereby authorized to execute the Agreement attached hereto; and
RESOLVED, That the District Clerk is directed to obtain the signature of the President of the Board of Education on the Agreement.
MUNICIPAL COOPERATION AGREEMENT
Our Schools Channel (OSC‐21) – 2021
This Municipal Cooperation Agreement (the “Agreement”) made this 25th day of March, 2021 and effective the 1st day of January, 2021 by and between the CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS, NEW YORK, a municipal corporation organized and existing pursuant to the laws of the State of New York, with offices at 745 Main Street, Niagara Falls, NY 14302 (the “CITY”) and the CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS organized under the laws of the State of New York with offices at 630 ‐ 66th Street, Niagara Falls, NY 14304 (the “DISTRICT”).
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS, the DISTRICT operates a cable television station known as OSC 21; and
WHEREAS, the CITY has appropriated funds in its 2021 fiscal budget which may be applied toward the DISTRICT'S operation of OSC 21; and
NOW, THEREFORE, it is mutually agreed by and between the CITY and the DISTRICT as follows:
1. TERM The term of this Agreement shall commence on January 1, 2021 and terminate on December 31, 2021 unless sooner terminated in accordance with the terms of this Agreement.
2. PAYMENT. The CITY agrees to assist the DISTRICT’s operation and administration of OSC 21 by payment to the DISTRICT in the sum of $10,000.00.
3. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR. It is hereby expressly agreed between the parties that the DISTRICT is an independent contractor and that the DISTRICT, its servants, agents and employees shall not be deemed to be the servants, agents, or employees of the CITY.
4. RECORDS The DISTRICT agrees that the CITY shall, until the expiration of three (3) years after final payment, have access to and the right to examine any directly pertinent books, documents, papers and records of its and of any of its subcontractors engaged in the performance of and involving transactions related to this Agreement or any subcontractors.
5. INSURANCE. As a condition to receipt of any payment under the terms of the Agreement the DISTRICT shall furnish certificates of insurance coverage satisfactory to the CITY's Corporation Counsel.
6. ASSIGNMENT. The DISTRICT agrees that it is prohibited from assigning, transferring, conveying, subletting or otherwise disposing of this Agreement of any of its contacts, or of its right, title or interest therein, or of its power to execute such Agreement to any other person or corporation without the previous consent in writing of the CITY.
7. TERMINATION. If for any reason the terms of this Agreement are not adhered to, then the CITY may terminate the said Agreement upon written notice to the DISTRICT.
8. COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS. The DISTRICT shall comply with all federal, state and local laws, rules, and regulations applicable to obligations, conduct and activities under this Agreement.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the DISTRICT and the CITY have executed this Agreement on the day and year indicated.
Date: ______CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF
NIAGARA FALLS
By: ______
Date: ______CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS, NY
By: ______
Robert M. Restaino, Mayor
Attest: ______Niagara Falls City Clerk
6.02 Approval of Agreement Between The City School District Of The City Of Niagara Falls and Buffalo Federation of Neighborhood Centers For Consulting Services In The Area Of Multi‐Systemic Crime Prevention 3/26/2021 – 12/31/2021 (SG 4)
WHEREAS, The City School District of the City of Niagara Falls (“District”) and the Niagara County Department of Social Services (“Social Services”) entered into an Agreement providing for an innovative Crime Prevented Collaborative Partnership for a multi‐systemic approach to youth by addressing the educational, social and emotional needs of youth ages 12‐15; and
WHEREAS, The Agreement, among other things, provides for the District to enter into an Agreement with the Buffalo Federation of Neighborhood Centers (“BFNC”) to provide the services required in implementing the Crime Prevention Collaborative Partnership; and
WHEREAS, According to the Contract the District will pay BFNC the sum of Six Thousand Six Hundred Sixty Six Dollars ($6,666.00) per month for nine (9) months not to exceed the total sum of Sixty Thousand Dollars ($60,000.00); and
WHEREAS, The District will be reimbursed for fifty percent (50%) of the Contract cost to be paid to BFNC, by the Niagara County Social Services upon verification of services rendered by the Administrator for School Business Services. Reimbursement will be at the rate of $3,333.33 per month commencing the 1st day of the month, for services rendered for the previous month, commencing the 1st day of May and continuing thereafter with the last payment on the 31s day of December 2021; and
WHEREAS, The Superintendent has negotiated a Contract with BFNC, Inc. to provide the services required; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, that the Board hereby approves the Contract between the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls and the Buffalo Federation of Neighborhood Centers to provide services in implementing the Crime Prevention Collaborative Partnership for the multi‐systemic approach to youth by addressing the educational, social and emotional needs of youth ages 12‐15 which is attached hereto; and be it further
RESOLVED, that the Contract is subject to such further terms, provisions and conditions that may be deemed appropriate by the Superintendent and the School District Attorney; and be it further
RESOLVED, that the President of the Niagara Falls Board of Education be authorized to execute the Contract; and be it further
RESOLVED, that the District Clerk be directed to obtain the signature of the President of the Board on said Agreement.
6.03 Approval of Agreement Between The City School District of The City Of Niagara Falls And The Niagara County Department of Social Services Creating A Crime Prevention Collaborative Partnership (SG 4)
WHEREAS, The City School District of the City of Niagara Falls (“District”) and Niagara County Department of Social Services (“Social Services”) recognize that a multi‐systemic approach to youth is critical to establish the future success of young adults ages 12‐15, and that an innovative partnership between them needs to be created to implement such approach; and
WHEREAS, The District and Social Services agree to form a Crime Prevention Collaborative Partnership and to contract with the Buffalo Federation of Neighborhood Centers to provide the multi‐ systemic approach to youth ages 12‐15 by addressing their educational, social and emotional needs; and
WHEREAS, An Agreement has been negotiated by the Superintendent with the Niagara County Department of Social Services for creation of the Crime Prevention Collaborative Partnership and is presented to the Board for its action; and
WHEREAS, The Agreement provides, among other things, for the District and Social Services to each contribute Thirty Thousand Dollars ($30,000.00) for a total of Sixty Thousand Dollars ($60,000.00) to fund the program.
WHEREAS, The Social Services will reimburse the District the sum of $3,333.33 per month for nine (9) months for total of Thirty Thousand Dollars ($30,000.00); and
WHEREAS, The District will serve as Lead Agency and retain consulting services from Buffalo Federation of Neighborhood Centers to provide the services required and shall pay Buffalo Federation of Neighborhood Centers the sum of $3,333.33 per month for nine (9) months, upon verification by the Administrator for School Business Services of services rendered; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, that the Board hereby approves the Agreement between the District and Social Services forming a Crime Prevention Collaborative Partnership providing multi‐systemic approach to addressing the educational, social and emotional needs of youth ages 12‐15 attached hereto; and be it further
RESOLVED, that the Agreement is subject to such further terms, provisions and conditions that may be deemed appropriate by the Superintendent and the School District Attorney; and be it further
RESOLVED, that the President of the Niagara Falls Board of Education be authorized to execute the Agreement; and be it further
RESOLVED, that the District Clerk be directed to obtain the signature of the President of the Board on the Agreement.
CONTRACT
CRIME PREVENTION COLLABORATIVE PROGRAM
THIS AGREEMENT made as of the 25th day of March 2021, by and between the CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS, 630 66th Street, Niagara Falls, New York, 14304 (hereinafter called the "District"), and NIAGARA COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES, 20 East Avenue, P.O. Box 506, Lockport, New York 14095‐0506, (hereinafter called the "Social Services ");
WHEREAS, the District and Social Services recognize that a multi¬systemic approach to youth is critical to establish the future success of young adults ages 12 through 15, and that an innovative partnership needs to be created to implement such approach; and
WHEREAS, the District and Social Services agree to form a Crime Prevention Collaborative partnership and to contract with the Buffalo Federation of Neighborhood Centers to provide the multi‐ systemic approach to youth by addressing the educational, social, and emotional needs of youth ages 12 through 15.
THEREFORE, the District and Social Services in consideration of the mutual covenants and conditions herein contained agree as follows:
FIRST: To form an intergovernmental partnership to the fullest extent permitted by law to address the following areas:
a. Educational
1. To reduce student truancy.
2. To improve the attendance and tardiness rate for project students.
3. To reduce student disciplinary referrals by 10%.
b. Juvenile Justice
1. To eliminate new referrals for project students to the Juvenile Justice and Court system.
2. To eliminate recidivism in criminal activities of the project students.
c. Social Services
1. Provide to all families whose children are eligible and referred to participate in the program, outreach services at their homes so as to communicate the school's concern, and to offer a range of home and school‐based services available to assist them.
2. Provide to those served, instructions as to their educational rights, responsibilities, state law, and the child welfare educational neglect process, and its enforcement procedures.
3. Provide to the families, parenting or other skill improvement assistance. 4. Work toward reducing youth referred for school truancy issues showing an improvement in attendance across a twelve‐month period.
5. Work toward showing an improvement in Life‐Skills functioning in at least one Life Area using the Case Life Skills Assessment Tool at the six‐month mark.
SECOND: The referral of eligible students will be conducted by an established collaborative team representing the District, City and Social Services.
THIRD: The collaborative effort will commence on March 26, 2021 and will be in effect until December 31, 2021.
FOURTH: Payment under this Agreement shall be as follows:
a. The District and Social Services each agree to contribute $30,000 per year for a total of $60,000.00 to fund the Crime Prevention Collaborative Program.
b. Social Services shall reimburse the District, which will serve as lead agency in dispensing the funds to the Buffalo Federation of Neighborhood Centers.
c. Reimbursement by Social Services to the District shall be in the sum of $30,000.00 on December 31, 2021 for the services provided from January 2, 2021 through December 31, 2021.
d. For the services provided in 2021, Social Services shall reimburse the District two payments in the amount of $15,000.00, payable on July 15, 2021 and December 15, 2021.
FIFTH: The District shall enter into an Agreement with the Buffalo Federation of Neighborhood Centers which shall provide among other provisions for the following: a. Payment to the Buffalo Federation of Neighborhood Centers the sum of $60,000.00 payable in monthly installments of $6,666.66 for services rendered as verified by the School Business Administrator. b. The Buffalo Federation of Neighborhood Centers agreeing to provide :
1. Service up to 30 "at‐risk" Niagara Falls City School District students, ages 12 to 15.
2. Provide individual student progress reports each month to collaborating agencies detailing the progress around the objectives listed above.
3. Provide a monthly financial status report on any and all expenditures relating to this program.
4. Provide a final financial report and student progress report to all agencies within 30 days of the conclusion of this agreement.
5. Ensure that all appropriate parental/guardian permissions and approvals have been placed on file with all three agencies prior to commencing work with any student. 6. Provide to all families whose children are eligible and referred to participate in the program, outreach services at their homes so as to communicate the school's concern, and to offer a range of home and school‐based services available to assist them.
7. Provide to those served, instructions as to their educational rights, responsibilities, state law, and the child welfare educational neglect process, and its enforcement procedures.
8. Provide to the families, parenting, or other skill improvement assistance.
9. Work toward reducing youth referred for school truancy issues showing an improvement in attendance across a ten‐month period.
10. Work toward youth showing an improvement in Life‐Skills functioning in at least one Life Area using the Case Life Skills Assessment Tool at the six‐month mark.
SIXTH: Entire Agreement. This Agreement contains the entire agreement of the Parties and may be modified or amended only in writing duly subscribed by all of the Parties.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement on the date and year first above written.
CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS
By: ______
President of the Board of Education
City School District of the City of Niagara Falls
NIAGARA COUNTY DEPARTMENT SOCIAL SERVICES
By: ______
Commissioner
Niagara County Department of Social Services
Approved as to Form:
______
Chief Counsel
Niagara County Department of Social Services
STATE OF NEW YORK )
) ss:
COUNTY OF NIAGARA )
On the _____ day of ______, 20_____, before me, the undersigned, personally appeared______, President of the Board of Education of the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls, to me known or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the individual whose name is subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that she executed the same in her capacity and that by her signature on the instrument, the individual, or the person upon behalf of which the individual acted, executed the instrument.
______
Notary Public
STATE OF NEW YORK )
) ss:
COUNTY OF NIAGARA )
On the _____ day of ______, 20_____, before me, the undersigned, personally appeared ______, Commissioner of the Niagara County Department of Social Services, to me known or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the individual whose name is subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that she executed the same in her capacity and that by her signature on the instrument, the individual, or the person upon behalf of which the individual acted, executed the instrument.
______
Items 6.04 ‐6.07: Motion by Earl F Bass, second by Anthony F Paretto.
Final Resolution: Motions Carry
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Notary Public
6.04 Approval of Appointment of Election Inspectors for 2021 (SG 1, 4)
WHEREAS, The annual school election/budget vote of the Niagara Falls City School District will be held on Tuesday, May 18, 2021; and
WHEREAS, This Board at its February 25, 2021, Regular Meeting established the number and location of election polls; and
WHEREAS, Education Law 2607 states that "...the Board of Education shall appoint for each election district at least three qualified voters residing therein to act as inspectors at such election in such election district at such election" and may appoint additional inspectors for one or more districts when in its opinion special circumstances exist requiring the services of such additional inspectors. and
WHEREAS, The District has canvassed persons for appointment to these positions; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Board of Education determines that special circumstances exist requiring the services of additional inspectors in certain districts; and
RESOLVED, That the following list of qualified voters are hereby appointed to serve as Inspectors, and/or poll monitors, as indicated, to perform all duties in connection with canvassing of the ballots at said school election/budget vote pursuant to 2610 of the Education Law; and
RESOLVED, That each inspector appointed be compensated in the amount of $131.25 for the day’s work, and
RESOLVED, That the Clerk of the Board of Education is hereby directed to give written notification of such appointment to each appointee, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That inspectors elected as Chairpersons who will be responsible for the handling of absentee ballots, keys, and supplies at their respective polling sites and the returning of same will be compensated an additional $30.00, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That each election inspector who attends one of the workshops held on Monday, May 18, 2021, be compensated $25.00.
ANNUAL SCHOOL ELECTION
May 18, 2021
Election Inspectors
School Election 3rd Legislative District District
Board of Education Admin. Bldg. D Roxanna Raverini
Elect. Dist. 1,11 630 – 66th Street R Ed Walek
R Candyce Platt
Elect. Dist. 2, 3 St. John De LaSalle D Gloria Critelli
8469 Buffalo Avenue R Joan Dorgan
D Allison Vega
R Sharon A. Benavidez
R Annemarie Evans Elect. Dist. 4,8,13 Grace Lutheran Church D Shirley A. Wayda 736 Cayuga Drive R David Bathurst
D Margaret R. Speck
R Vincent Mameli Elect. Dist. 5 LaSalle Senior Citizens Center D Karen Gallo 9501 Colvin Blvd R Marla McGahey
D Tammy Gallo
R Terry Eisenman
Elect. Dist. 6, 7 D Rita Dupree Geraldine J. Mann School D Carol Pennesi 1330 95th Street D Shirley Bathurst
D Janice Ambrose Elect. Dist. 9, 10 79th Street School R Peter Henry 551 79th Street D Yvonne Gamble
Elect. Dist. 12 Community Education Center D Margaret Castile
6040 Lindbergh Avenue R David Manginn
D David Tucker
St. John AME Church D Ruby Turner
8 Elect. Dist. 1 917 Garden Avenue R Willie A. Price
D Nicole Laster
D Willie Cheeley Elect. Dist. 2, 4 Veterans of Foreign Wars Pt. 917 9 R Irene Wilson 2435 Seneca Avenue D Evelyn Payne
R Olivia Winkfield
Elect. Dist. 3 Wrobel Towers D Josephine Mallor
10 800 Niagara Avenue I Janice Ridgeway
D Brian Archie
Elect. Dist. 5, 6 Niagara Falls Public Library D Brenda Hamilton 11 1425 Main Street R John W. Schappa
D Harinder S. Sand
12 Elect. Dist. 7, 8 Niagara Arts & Cultural Center R Betty J. Larratta
1201 Pine Avenue D Yvonne Davis
D Wanda Adams D Marjorie Silvaggi
School Election 4th Legislative District District
R William S. Carroll (monitor)
R Craig Stonebraker Maple Avenue School 13 Elect. Dist. 1, 2, 3 D Helen Beaman 952 Maple Avenue R Gayle Fadel
I John Gordon
D Jean M. Kennedy (monitor) Maple Avenue School R Patricia A. Swift 952 Maple Avenue Elect. Dist. D David Lemke
13 D Deborah Willis
R Penny Rodden
14 Elect. Dist. 4 Spallino Towers D Saladin Allah
720 Tenth Street R Michael Gawel
D Cynthia Harrison
D Satnam Kaur
D Georgia Robinson 15 Elect. Dist. 5, 6 John Duke Senior Citizens Center R Charles Searcy 1201 Hyde Park Blvd. R Robert Turcotte
D Sheila Tallarico
Election Inspectors
School Election 5th Legislative District District
School Election 6th Legislative District District
D Karen Welch
Hyde Park School I Gloria McGovern
16 Elect. Dist. 1 1620 Hyde Park Blvd. D Mary Rose Archie
R Barbara Joyce, Poll Monitor
Elect. Dist. 2 Gaskill Prep School R Amy Carr 17 910 Hyde Park Blvd. D Judith Delgrolice
D Robert Smitter
D Tana Shine Elect. Dist. 3,4,8 Cristoforo Columbo Society I Pamela Woods 2223 Pine Avenue 18 D Juanita Ewing
R Nancy Stoianoff
Elect. Dist. 5 City Hall D Mark Smith
19 745 Main Street I Sharon L. Smith D Joseph McGhee
I Thomas Quinn Elect. Dist. 6,7 Niagara Street School R Daniel R. Morrissette 20 2513 Niagara Street D Georgetta Hamilton
D Michael Watson
D Isaiah Mathews Packard Court Community Center R Norman Bock 21 Elect. Dist. 9 4300 Pine Avenue D Aminah El‐Dhany
22 Elect. Dist. 10 LaSalle Prep School R Victoria Komorowski 7436 Buffalo Avenue D Ann Schiro
D Terese Torre
6.05 Approval of Appointment of Additional Election Inspectors for 2021 (SG 1, 4)
WHEREAS, The Annual School Election/Budget Vote will be held on Tuesday, May 18, 2021; and
WHEREAS, At the Regular Board Meeting of March 25, 2021, election inspectors were appointed to work the polls for that election; and
WHEREAS, In the normal course of events some inspectors are unable to work on the particular day of the election and must be replaced; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the persons named on the attached list are hereby appointed as substitute election inspectors for said election; and
RESOLVED, That each inspector called in to substitute will be compensated in the amount of $131.25 for the day’s work; and be it
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That each election inspector who attends one of the workshops held on Monday, May 17, 2021, be compensated $25.00.
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ANNUAL SCHOOL ELECTION
May 18, 2021
Additional Election Inspectors
School Election 3rd Legislative District District
1 Elect. Dist. 1,11 R Andrea Zaccarella
2 Elect. Dist. 2, 3 D Sharon Greathouse
R Frank Hansen
R R. Mathew Evans 3 Elect. Dist. 4,8,13 D Yolanda Davis
4 5 Elect. Dist.
6, 7 5 Elect. Dist.
3, 10 6 Elect. Dist. I Mary Baillargeon
4th Legislative District
7 Elect. Dist. 12 D Michael Gallo
D Sandra Henderson
D Carol Tucker
8 Elect. Dist. 1 R Linda Barksdale
9 Elect. Dist. 2, 4
10 Elect. Dist. 3 D Brenda Caldwell
11 Elect. Dist. 5, 6
D Fred Chambers
12 Elect. Dist. 7, 8 R Joanna Romano
R Randy Ubriaco
5th Legislative District
13 Elect. Dist. 1, 2, 3,
14 Elect. Dist. 4
D Karen Spencer 15 Elect. Dist. 5, 6
6th Legislative District
16 Elect. Dist. 1
17 Elect. Dist. 2
18 Elect. Dist. 4
19 Elect. Dist. 5
20 Elect. Dist 6,7
21 Elect. Dist. 9 R MaryAnn Koperski
22 Elect. Dist. 10 D Darlene Toarmino
R Dorothy West
6.06 Approval of Statutory Meeting May 19, 2021 (SG 4)
WHEREAS, The Annual School Election/Budget Vote will be held on Tuesday, May 18, 2021; and
WHEREAS, §2610, subdivision 4, of the New York State Education Law requires that the Board of Education shall meet after the canvass of votes on the day of the election or at eight o’clock in the evening of the day following such election to officially examine and announce the results of the election; and
WHEREAS, It is the intent of this Board of Education to comply completely with the provisions of the law; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Niagara Falls Board of Education will hold the Statutory Meeting, as required by law, on Wednesday, May 19, 2021, at 8:00 P.M., E.D.S.T., to officially examine and announce the results of the Annual School Election/Budget Vote held on Tuesday, May 18, 2021.
6.07 Approval of Special Meeting April 27, 2021 (SG 4)
WHEREAS, The provisions of the Education Law §1606(3) and Board Policy 1520 authorize the Board of Education to hold special meetings; and
WHEREAS, It is necessary that a special meeting of this Board of Education be held at the date and time and for the purposes below mentioned; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That a special meeting of this Board of Education shall be held remotely at 6:00 p.m., on Tuesday, April 27, 2021, for the purpose of considering and/or acting upon such business as might properly come before a regularly scheduled meeting of the Board if held on such date; and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Clerk shall give due notice thereof to the public media and the members of the Board of Education as required by law and the rules, by‐laws and regulations of this Board.
Items 6.08 ‐6.11 Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Russell Petrozzi.
Final Resolution: Motions Carry Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
6.08 Approval of Payment No. 11 to Scrufari Construction Co, LLC. for General Contractor Work, Contract #106, For The Stewardship Capital Project (SG 3)
WHEREAS, The Board of Education executed a Contract dated February 14, 2020, with Scrufari Construction Co. LLC for General Contractor construction work on the Stewardship Capital Project, which provides for payment to it for services rendered and materials furnished, upon the filing and approval of AIA Document G702, Application and Certificate for Payment; and
WHEREAS, In order that an official record of expenditures for Capital Projects be maintained, all invoices pertaining to the Capital Project must be approved by the Board, upon approval of the Application and recommendation for payment by the Architect, the Construction Managers and Administrator for School Business Services; and
WHEREAS, Scrufari Construction Co LLC has submitted an Application and Certificate for Payment, AIA Document G702, for services rendered and material furnished in the amount of $59,122.46; and
WHEREAS, The Application has been reviewed, approved and recommended for by the Architect, Clark Patterson Lee, the Construction Managers Buffalo Construction Consultants and Joseph Giarrizzo, Administrator for School Business Services; and
WHEREAS, The Application is in accordance with the Contract and is inclusive of the required 5% retention in the amount of $2,956.12; and
WHEREAS, This appropriation will be expended from the Capital Fund and will be submitted as a claim for State Aid reimbursement according to the State formula for school buildings; now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approves the payment of $59,122.46 to Scrufari Construction Co LLC, 3925 Hyde Park Blvd Niagara Falls, NY 14305 in accordance with the Application and Certificate for Payment #11; and further
RESOLVED, That the appropriation be expended from the Capital Fund and submitted as a claim for State Aid reimbursement according to the State formula for school buildings.
6.09 Approval of Payment No. 13 to CIR Electric Co. for Electrical Work, Contract #110, for The Stewardship Capital Project (SG 3)
WHEREAS, The Board of Education executed a Contract dated February 14, 2020, with CIR Electric Co. for Electrical work on the Stewardship Capital Project, which provides for payment to it for services rendered and materials furnished, upon the filing and approval of AIA Document G702, Application and Certificate for Payment; and
WHEREAS, In order that an official record of expenditures for Capital Projects be maintained, all invoices pertaining to the Capital Project must be approved by the Board, upon approval of the Application and recommendation for payment by the Architect, the Construction Managers and Administrator for School Business Services; and WHEREAS, CIR Electric Co. has submitted an Application and Certificate for Payment, AIA Document G702, for services rendered and material furnished in the amount of $13,733.74; and
WHEREAS, The Application has been reviewed, approved and recommended for by the Architect, Clark Patterson Lee, the Construction Managers Buffalo Construction Consultants and Joseph Giarrizzo, Administrator for School Business Services; and
WHEREAS, The Application is in accordance with the Contract and is inclusive of the required 5% retention in the amount of $686.69; and
WHEREAS, This appropriation will be expended from the Capital Fund and will be submitted as a claim for State Aid reimbursement according to the State formula for school buildings; now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approves the payment of $13,733.74 to CIR Electric Co. 2715 Long Rd Suite 1 Grand Island, NY 14072 in accordance with the Application and Certificate for Payment #13; and further
RESOLVED, That the appropriation be expended from the Capital Fund and submitted as a claim for State Aid reimbursement according to the State formula for school buildings.
6.10 Approval of Payment No. 14 to CIR Electric Co. for Electrical Work, Contract #110, for The Stewardship Capital Project (Retention) (SG 3)
WHEREAS, The Board of Education executed a Contract dated February 14, 2020, with CIR Electric Co., for Electrical work on the Stewardship Capital Project, which provides for payment to it for services rendered and materials furnished, upon the filing and approval of AIA Document G702, Application and Certificate for Payment; and
WHEREAS, In order that an official record of expenditures for Capital Projects be maintained, all invoices pertaining to the Capital Project must be approved by the Board, upon approval of the Application and recommendation for payment by the Architect, and Administrator for School Business Services; and
WHEREAS, CIR Electric Co. has submitted an Application and Certificate for Payment, AIA Document G702, for Retention in the amount of $75,149.79; and
WHEREAS, The Application for Payment has been reviewed, approved and recommended for by the Architect, Clark Patterson Lee, the Construction Manager, Buffalo Construction Consultants, and Joseph Giarrizzo, Administrator for School Business Services; and
WHEREAS, This appropriation will be expended from the Capital Fund and will be submitted as a claim for State Aid reimbursement according to the State formula for school buildings; now therefore be it;
RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approves the payment of $75,149.79 to CIR Electric Co. 2715 Long Rd Suite 1 Grand Island, NY 14072 in accordance with the Application and Certificate for Payment #14; and further
RESOLVED, That the appropriation be expended from the Capital Fund and submitted as a claim for State Aid reimbursement according to the State formula for school buildings.
6.11 Approval of Payment No. 12 to Johnson Controls Inc. for Temperature Control Work, Contract #111, for The Stewardship Capital Project (SG 3)
WHEREAS, The Board of Education executed a Contract dated February 14, 2020, with Johnson Controls Inc. for Temperature Control work on the Stewardship Capital Project, which provides for payment to it for services rendered and materials furnished, upon the filing and approval of AIA Document G702, Application and Certificate for Payment; and
WHEREAS, In order that an official record of expenditures for Capital Projects be maintained, all invoices pertaining to the Capital Project must be approved by the Board, upon approval of the Application and recommendation for payment by the Architect, the Construction Managers and Administrator for School Business Services; and
WHEREAS, Johnson Controls Inc. has submitted an Application and Certificate for Payment, AIA Document G702, for services rendered and material furnished in the amount of $11,838.00; and
WHEREAS, The Application has been reviewed, approved and recommended for by the Architect, Clark Patterson Lee, the Construction Managers Buffalo Construction Consultants and Joseph Giarrizzo, Administrator for School Business Services; and
WHEREAS, The Application is in accordance with the Contract and is inclusive of the required 5% retention in the amount of $592.00; and
WHEREAS, This appropriation will be expended from the Capital Fund and will be submitted as a claim for State Aid reimbursement according to the State formula for school buildings; now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approves the payment of $11,838.00 to Johnson Controls Inc. 130 John Muir Drive, Suite 100 Amherst, NY 14228 in accordance with the Application and Certificate for Payment #12; and further
RESOLVED, That the appropriation be expended from the Capital Fund and submitted as a claim for State Aid reimbursement according to the State formula for school buildings.
Action: 6.12 Motion to introduce resolution on asphalt company.
Motion to approve.
Motion by Russell Petrozzi, second by Ronald J Barstys.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Item 6.12 Motion by Paul Kudela, second by Anthony F Paretto.
Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Motion to approve RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS, OPPOSING THE CONSTRUCTION OF PROPOSED ASPHALT PLANT TO BE LOCATED ON WITMER ROAD, TOWN OF NIAGARA, NEW YORK.
RESOLVED, that the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls is opposed to the construction of hot mix Asphalt Plant to be located on Witmer Road, in the Town of Niagara west of Interstate I‐90, near the entrance of the Niagara University Campus and near District schools including Maple Avenue, Hyde Park, Gaskill, Harry F Abate, Henry J. Kalfas and the Niagara Falls High School, as the operation of the Plant will affect the air quality near the schools and adjacent playgrounds, and over the years could affect the health of District students and members of the community; and further
RESOLVED, that the Superintendent, be and is hereby directed to prepare and submit formal written comments, opposing the Project to the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation by April 2, 2021 as requested in the Notice of Application filed for the project; and be it further
RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this Resolution be sent to the Mayor of the City of Niagara Falls, the Supervisor of the Town of Niagara, the Chairman of the Niagara County Legislature, Congressman Brian Higgins, New York Senator Robert Ortt and New York Assemblyman Angelo Morinello, with a request that they assist the District in protecting the air quality of the area and the health and safety of District students threatened by the construction of the Project.
The Clerk is directed to send certified copies to Messrs. Restaino, Wallace, Higgins, Morinello, Ortt, and Ms. Wydysh.
Item 6.13 Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Rob Bilson.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
6.13 Resolution Honoring Mrs. Lexie Sanders
Whereas Mrs. Lexie Sanders rendered long and faithful service to the youth of the City of Niagara Falls; and
Whereas, Mrs. Sanders has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to further the best interests of the greater community by starting an adult literacy class at 93rd Street School; and
Whereas, Mrs. Sanders served children by starting a Girl Scout Troop, Majorette Group, Big Brother and Big Sister Group; and
Whereas, Mrs. Sanders was founder and President of the LaSalle Education Club Inc. dedicated to helping youth pursue higher education; and
Whereas, Mrs. Sanders retired from the Niagara Falls City School District as a Home School Associate;
Now, therefore, be it resolved, that the Board of Education hereby expresses its admiration of Mrs. Lexie Sanders for her contributions and its sorrow at her passing; and
Be it further resolved, that the Board of Education recognizes the exemplary character and invaluable contributions of Mrs. Lexie Sanders.
Review of the Proposed Policy(ies)
Policy 7.01: Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Earl F Bass.
Final Resolution: Policy adopted.
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn 7.01 Approval of Public Employer Health Emergency Plan Addendum To The Comprehensive District‐Wide School Safety Plan As Amended and Filing With The New York State Commissioner of Education (SG 1,2)
WHEREAS, the State of New York enacted a Safe Schools Against Violence in Education Act (SAVE), a component of which requires Boards of Education within the State to adopt and annually review and amend, if necessary, a Comprehensive District‐Wife Safety Plan that address crisis intervention and prevention, emergency response and management; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Education in compliance with the laws and regulations did formulate, adopt and file a Comprehensive Plan; and The Board of Education, developed, adopted and filed a Comprehensive District‐Wide School Safety Plan for the Niagara Falls City School District in 2020; and
WHEREAS,; In September 2020 Governor Andrew Cuomo signed into law Chapter 168 of the laws of 2020 that requires public school districts to adopt a continuation of operations plan which governs actions in the event that the governor declares a public health emergency involving communicable disease.and WHEREAS, the comprehensive district wide school safety plan was amended to include the addendum containing protocols for responding to a declared public health emergency involving communicable disease that are substantially consistent with provisions of section 27‐c of the Labor Law; and
WHEREAS, As requested by the Superintendent Members of the COVID ‐19 Response team representing all of the Districts six Collective Bargaining Units reviewed the attached Public Employer Health Emergency Plan addendum to the Comprehensive District‐Wide School Safety Plan for submission for approval by the Board; and
WHEREAS A copy of the Amendment was made available to recognized/certified representative members of all unions by February 4, 2021 allowing for a reasonable comment period prior to formal adoption by the Board and publishing of the final version; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED that the Board of Education does hereby approve and adopt the Public Employer Health Emergency Plan Addendum to the Comprehensive District‐Wide School Safety Plan; and be it further
RESOLVED, that the Public Employer Health Emergency Plan Addendum to the Comprehensive District‐ Wide School Safety Plan as amended and hereby adopted be filed with the New York State Commissioner of Education and published in a clear and conspicuous location, before April 1, 2021. as required by law and regulations; and be it further
RESOLVED, that the President of the Board and District Clerk are hereby directed to do all things necessary to effectuate the purposes of this Resolution.
Niagara Falls City
School District
Public Employer Health Emergency Plan
Date of Approved Plan
This plan has been developed in accordance with NYS legislation S8617B/A10832.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Promulgation ...... 1
Record of Changes ...... 2
Purpose, Scope, Situation Overview, and Assumptions . . . . 3
Purpose ...... 3
Scope ...... 3
Situation Overview ...... 3
Planning Assumptions ...... 4
Concept of Operations ...... 4
Mission Essential Functions ...... 5
Essential Positions ...... 11
Reducing Risk Through Remote Work and Staggered Shifts . . 12
Remote Work Protocols ...... 12
Staggered Shifts ...... 12
Personal Protective Equipment ...... 13
Staff Exposures, Cleaning, and Disinfection...... 14
Staff Exposures ...... 14
Cleaning and Disinfecting ...... 16
Employee and Contractor Leave ...... 16
Documentation of Work Hours and Locations ...... 17
Promulgation
This plan has been developed in accordance with the amended New York State Labor Law section 27‐c and New York State Education Law paragraph m of subdivision 2 of section 2801‐a (as amended by section 1 of part B of chapter 56 of the laws of 2016), as applicable.
This plan has been developed with the input of the NIAS, ASC, NFT, CSEA, TAUL, STU unions, as required by the amended New York State Labor Law.
No content of this plan is intended to impede, infringe, diminish, or impair the rights of us or our valued employees under any law, rule, regulation, or collectively negotiated agreement, or the rights and benefits which accrue to employees through collective bargaining agreements, or otherwise diminish the integrity of the existing collective bargaining relationship.
This plan has been approved in accordance with requirements applicable to the agency, jurisdiction, authority, or district, as represented by the signature of the authorized individual below.
As the authorized official of Niagara Falls City School District, I hereby attest that this plan has been developed, approved, and placed in full effect in accordance with S8617B/A10832 which amends New York State Labor Law section 27‐c and New York State Education Law paragraph m of subdivision 2 of section 2801‐a (as amended by section 1 of part B of chapter 56 of the laws of 2016), as applicable, to address public health emergency planning requirements.
Signed on this day:
Signature:
By: Mr. Mark Laurrie
Title: Superintendent
Record of Changes
Date of Change Description of Changes Implemented By
Purpose, Scope, Situation Overview, and Assumptions
Purpose
This plan has been developed in accordance with the amended New York State Labor Law section 27‐c and New York State Education Law paragraph m of subdivision 2 of section 2801‐a (as amended by section 1 of part B of chapter 56 of the laws of 2016), as applicable. These laws were amended by the passing of legislation S8617B/A10832 signed by the Governor of New York State on September 7, 2020, requires public employers to adopt a plan for operations in the event of a declared public health emergency involving a communicable disease. The plan includes the identification of essential positions, facilitation of remote work for non‐essential positions, provision of personal protective equipment, and protocols for supporting contact tracing.
Scope
This plan was developed exclusively for and is applicable to Niagara Falls City School District. This plan is pertinent to a declared public health emergency in the State of New York which may impact our operations; and it is in the interest of the safety of our employees and contractors, and the continuity of our operations that we have promulgated this plan.
Situation Overview
On March 11, 2020 the World Health Organization declared a pandemic for the novel coronavirus which causes the COVID‐19 severe acute respiratory syndrome. This plan has been developed in accordance with amended laws to support continued resilience for a continuation of the spread of this disease or for other infectious diseases which may emerge and cause a declaration of a public health emergency.
The health and safety of our employees and contractors is crucial to maintaining our mission essential operations. We encourage all employees and contractors to use CDC Guidance for Keeping Workplaces, Schools, Homes, and Commercial Establishments Safe. The fundamentals of reducing the spread of infection include:
Using hand sanitizer and washing hands with soap and water frequently, including:
o After using the restroom
o After returning from a public outing
o After touching/disposing of garbage
o After using public computers, touching public tables, and countertops, etc.
Practice social distancing when possible
If you are feeling ill or have a fever, notify your supervisor immediately and go home
If you start to experience coughing or sneezing, step away from people and food, cough or sneeze into the crook of your arm or a tissue, the latter of which should be disposed of immediately
Clean and disinfect workstations as required in cleaning checklists Other guidance which may be published by the CDC, the State Department of Health, or County health officials
Planning Assumptions
This plan was developed based on information, best practices, and guidance available as of the date of publication. The plan was developed to largely reflect the circumstances of the current Coronavirus pandemic but may also be applicable to other infectious disease outbreaks.
The following assumptions have been made in the development of this plan:
The health and safety of our employees and contractors, and their families, is of utmost importance
The circumstances of a public health emergency may directly impact our own operations
Impacts of a public health emergency will take time for us to respond to, with appropriate safety measures put into place and adjustments made to operations to maximize safety
The public and our constituency expects us to maintain a level of mission essential operations
Resource support from other jurisdictions may be limited based upon the level of impact the public health emergency has upon them
Supply chains, particularly those for personal protective equipment (PPE) and cleaning supplies, may be heavily impacted, resulting in considerable delays in procurement
The operations of other entities, including the private sector (vendors, contractors, etc.), non‐ profit organizations, and other governmental agencies and services may also be impacted due to the public health emergency, causing delays or other disruptions in their services
Emergency measures and operational changes may need to be adjusted based upon the specific circumstances and impacts of the public health emergency, as well as guidance and direction from public health officials and the governor
Per S8617B/A10832, ‘essential employee’ is defined as a public employee or contractor that is required to be physically present at a work site to perform their job Per S8617B/A10832, ‘non‐essential employee’ is defined as a public employee or contractor that is not required to be physically present at a work site to perform their job
Concept of Operations
The Superintendent of Niagara Falls City School District, their designee, or their successor holds the authority to execute and direct the implementation of this plan. Implementation, monitoring of operations, and adjustments to plan implementation may be supported by additional personnel, at the discretion of the Superintendent.
Upon the determination of implementing this plan, all employees and contractors of Niagara Falls City School District shall be notified by the Email, and District Messaging System (Auto‐dialer, Youtube channel, social media platforms) with details provided as possible and necessary, with additional information and updates provided on a regular basis. All district employees, parents and guardians, and the Board of Education will be notified of pertinent operational changes by way of the Email, and District Messaging System (Auto‐dialer, Youtube channel, social media platforms). Other interested parties, such as vendors, will be notified by phone and/or email as necessary. The Superintendent or his/her designee will maintain communications with the public and constituents as needed throughout the implementation of this plan.
The Superintendent of Schools of the the Niagara Falls City School District, his/her designee, or his/her successor will maintain awareness of information, direction, and guidance from public health officials and the Governor’s office, directing the implementation of changes as necessary.
Upon resolution of the public health emergency, the Superintendent of Schools of the Niagara Falls City School District, his/her designee, or his/her successor will direct the resumption of normal operations or operations with modifications as necessary.
Mission Essential Functions
When confronting events that disrupt normal operations, Niagara Falls City School District is committed to ensuring that essential functions will be continued even under the most challenging circumstances.
Essential functions are those functions that enable an organization to:
1. Maintain the safety of students, employees, contractors, and our constituency
2. Provide vital services
3. Provide services required by law
4. Sustain quality operations
5. Uphold the core values of Niagara Falls City School District
The Niagara Falls City School District has identified as critical only those priority functions that are required or are necessary to provide vital services. During activation of this plan, all other activities may be suspended to enable the organization to concentrate on providing the critical functions and building the internal capabilities necessary to increase and eventually restore operations. Appropriate communications with students, employees, contractors, our constituents, and other stakeholders will be an ongoing priority.
Essential functions are prioritized according to:
The time criticality of each essential function
Interdependency of a one function to others
The recovery sequence of essential functions and their vital processes
Priority 1 identifies the most essential of functions, with priority 4 identifying functions that are essential, but least among them.
The mission essential functions for the Niagara Falls City School District have been identified as:
Essential Function Description Priority
Oversees and plans. Assigns critical functions assuring Superintendent of Schools compliance with all CDC, DOH and NYSED requirements. 1 Establishes communication with staff and parents to execute and standardize district goals. Establishes contacts to provide outside organizations with information relative to District plans to procedures. Communicates with the Board of Education directly.
Administrator for School Reports to the Superintendent of Schools directly. Business Services Coordinates and supports the goals of the District with the Superintendent of Schools and other District Administrators 1 and Supervisors. Oversees the functions of the Business Office. Communicates directly with Superintendent and administration to assist with planning and daily functions to achieve District goals..
Administrator for Human Resources Reports to the Superintendent of Schools directly.
Coordinates and supports the goals of the District with the Superintendent of Schools and other District Administrators
and Supervisors. Oversees the functions of the Human 1 Resources Office. Communicates directly with Superintendent and administration to assist with planning and daily functions
to achieve District goals.
Reports to the Superintendent of Schools directly. Coordinates and supports the goals of the District with the Superintendent of Schools and other District Administrators and Administrator for Supervisors. Oversees the creation and implementation of
Curriculum and Instruction Curriculum, Instruction, remote and distance learning and professional development. Communicates directly with Superintendent and administration to assist with planning and daily functions to achieve District goals.
Reports to the Superintendent of Schools directly.
Administrator for Coordinates and supports the goals of the district with the Information Services Superintendent of Schools and Director of Administrative 1 Services. Communicates directly with the Superintendent and administration to assist with all technology planning and functions, including harwarde, software, systems and network, ensuring that the needs of the district are being met.
School Administrators Coordinates functions delegated by the Superintendent of Schools. Assign tasks to facilitate and accomplish district goals. 1
Communicates regularly with the Superintendent and District level Administrators Oversee school based instructional and non‐instructional personnel. Ensure critical functions are being performed as necessary. Provides regular progress reports on daily activities necessary to accomplish district goals. When directed by the Superintendent of Schools, School Administrators are responsible for communicating and updating employees in district policy. This includes instruction, assessment, technology and maintenance, and scheduling and any changes to these duties. Monitor and request building safety equipment and supplies as needed.
Reports to the Superintendent of Schools directly.
Coordinates and supports the medical/health goals of the district with the Superintendent of Schools and District District Medical Director Administrators. Communicates directly with the Superintendent and administration. Assists with CDC, DOH and NYSED regulations including oversight of NYS recording requirements and Nursing Staff.
Reports to the Superintendent of Schools directly Coordinates functions with the Superintendent of Schools, District Administrators, Administrators and Staff. Responsible for maintenance activities, custodial duties including ordering supplies, training, scheduling to meet the needs of the district. Instructs and informs staff of district policy and procedures including personal protection, cleaning procedures and methods of reporting and receiving issues and concerns that may affect or enhance safety procedures. Responsible for communication and updating employees in cleaning regimin /schedules and constant changes to these duties. Maintains a Director of Facilities current inventory of supplies and safety equipment and 1 provides staff and services as needed. Inventory includes maintaining a cache of necessary supplies and equipment through reordering and replenishing stock so as not to fall short of critical supplies. Adjusts schedules to meet current needs, updates and trains staff on proper handling and use of tools and chemicals as per the manufacturer, CDC, DOL and DOH requirements. Coordinates deliveries and ensures delivery agents know and follow district policy when on site. Schedules outside maintenance activities. Ensures third party contractors know and follow all school, CDC, DOL and DOH policies while on school district property. Reports to the Superintendent of Schools and Administrator for School Business Services directly.
Coordinates and supports the child nutrition goals of the district with the Superintendent of Schools and District Food Service Administrator Administrators. Communicates directly with the 1 Superintendent and administration. Assists with NYSED regulations including oversight of all kitchen/Food Service Staff. Initiates and Implements all Nutrictional, health and safety food service protocols.
Reports to the Director of Facilities. Coordinates activities with, and updates the Director of Facilities regularly. Assists in providing employees with proper direction for performing necessary cleaning, equipment, cleaning products and protocols. Provides a direct line of communication from custodial staff to the Director of Facilities. Assists with keeping 1 Custodian on Special records of and controling inventory, communicates directly with FOR Assignment suppliers for ordering and receiving material and supplies to maintain an adequate cache of necessary products and DISC materials. Assists with building schedules and arranging custodial staff and staff schedules to meet District needs. Assists with communication and updating employees in district cleaning regimen/schedules and constant changes to these duties.
Assists the Superintendent of Schools and Administrator for School Business Services with maintaining critical financial Business Office functions and oversight. Provides needed guidance and advice with logistical and financial obligation; as well as record 1 keeping. Provides purchasing support to ensure that necessary safety equipment and supply inventory can be maintained for education, maintenance, nursing, and custodial functions.
Provides support to ensure critical infrastructure is in place to provide effective building support and educational support securely. Works directly with the Superintendent of Schools, Administrator for Information Servicers and Administrative staff Technology Department to ensure communication and internet stability. Provides the 1 necessary equipment and approved software to staff and students to perform the functions of each necessary school sector to maintain building maintenance, day to day operations, and educational needs. Assist with the medical goals of the district. Provide medical insight and support to help maintain a healthy school population. Assists with planning and achieving district goals. Provides support and assistance to carry out orders from the Medical Director, CDC, DOH and NYSED regulations. Maintain Nurses Fa sanitary environment. Monitors quarantine area. Keeps 1 accurate records. Makes immediate and necessary notifications to building administrators when necessary. Coordinates activities with parents. Offers guidance to building occupants and parents. Communicates regularly with the building administration and the Superintendent.
Staff will continue to perform vital services as directed by the Superintendent of Schools and directed by their school administrator. The District will determine need based on individual circumstances and can be utilized in school or remotely. Administration will provide services necessary for Building Secretaries staff to operate in a safe and clean environment on site. 1 Administration will ensure all staff will be informed of and are required adhere to district safety policy while onsite. Administration will provide the necessary means and materials to safely and effectively work in a remote setting as well.
Maintenance staff will perform vital services to keep and maintain essential equipment for onsite and remote learning. Maintenance staff and work will be overseen by the Director of Facilities. Staff will be informed of school procedures and Maintenance Staff 1 adhere to all personal safety protocols required by the CDC, DOL (PESH), and DOH at all times. The Director of Facilities will supervise and schedule maintenance personnel for the purpose of keeping vital services operating and functional.
Custodial staff will work as directed by the Director of Facilities and Operations and Custodial Supervisor. The Director of Facilities and Operations and Custodial Supervisor will oversee and ensure school buildings are being cleaned properly. Building Administration will also assist with notification and Custodial Staff information about building conditions and issues that need to 1 be discussed or addressed. Custodial staff has received pandemic awareness training. Training provided essential information about communicable diseases. Training also included information about personal protective equipment, cleaning products, proper disinfection and sanitization and product use, product labels, Safety Data Sheets, and manufacturers’ requirements for use. The district will provide custodial staff with the required personal protective equipment and cleaning supplies to maintain a safe working environment. Staff shifts and personnel will be scheduled accordingly based on the needs of the district. As with all staff, custodial personnel will follow district protocols required by the CDC, DOL (PESH), DOH and the district while providing services and on breaks.
The Superintendent, with assistance from the Administrator for Curriculum and Instruction, Administrator for Information Services and other District Administrators will determine the Educational level of on‐site education and or implement the District 1 Remote Learning Plan.
Outside contractors will be scheduled and work will be performed with the oversight of the Director of Facilities. All outside contractors will notify the Director of Facilities when they arrive on‐site. Outside contractors will be informed of Outside Contractors district procedures and policy before they are allowed to work 1 on the premises. Companies performing work on site will provide their employees with the proper PPE to comply with District policy. Outside contractors who do not or cannot work safely will not be allowed on district property.
All District protocols will be initiated by the District Food Food Service 1 Service Administrator.
Transportation will provide services directed by the Superintendent with the assistant of the Administrator for School Business Services. As directed by the Superintendent, and/or the Administrator for School Business Services, the District Transportation Coordinator will work in conjunction with the Transportation Contractor on daily operations. The District will provide safe and secure Transportation transportation based on the needs of the District and learning 1 environment. Protocols will be established and the Transportation Contractor has will ensure proper training for cleaning and sanitizing buses. The Transportation Contractor will provide their employees with the training and proper PPE and disinfection equipment to effectively maintain the transportation fleet. Records will be maintained accurately to ensure bus safety procedures are being followed. The DistrictTransportation Coordinator will schedule student bussing pickup and drop off according to the needs of district. The District will continually inform staff and parents of changes to procedures as necessary.
The Board of Education and Superintendent of Schools will B.O.E 1 dictate school policy and procedures.
Deliveries will be coordinated with the Director of Facilities , Custodial Supervisor, and Building Custodians. The Director of Facilities will inform companies of District Policy and procedures in advance. All delivery agents will be required to Outside Deliveries notify the district prior to arrival on District and strictly adhere 1 to district policy while on site. Employers will be required to provide their employees with the proper PPE to work safely while on site.
Essential Positions
Each essential function identified above requires certain positions on‐site to effectively operate. The table below identifies the positions or titles that are essential to be staffed on‐site for the continued operation of each essential function. Note that while some functions and associated personnel may be essential, some of these can be conducted remotely and do not need to be identified in this section.
Essential Function Essential Positions/Titles Justification for Each
Administration and The Superintendent is the decision‐maker for the Superintendent of Schools Oversight entire district.
Administrator for School Business Services Administrator for School Financial Operations ensures all essential financial functions are Business Services maintained.
The Administrator for Human Resources ensures Human Administrator for Human all essential staff and substitutes are employed Resources/Personnel Resources and deployed appropriately at each location The Administrator for Curriculum and Instruction, Administrator for Education assists in determining the District’s educational Curriculum and Instruction plan.
The Administrator for Information Services establishes all priorities for IT tasks and organizes Administrator for staff. Information Technology Information Services IT staff members provide support in setting up hardware and software, network management, and help desk support.
The Principals, and Assistant Principals, are the Principals, Assistant Administration liaisons between students, families, and Principals employees in the building.
Health Services District Medical Director Directs all Health Services including Nurses
The Director of Facilities ensures the maintenance of buildings and grounds and Facilities Director of Facilities the necessary level of cleaning and sanitizing at all locations
Coordinates and supports the child nutrition goals of the district including oversight of all kitchen/Food Service Staff. Initiates and Child Nutrition Food Service Administrator Implements all Nutrictional, health and safety food service protocols.
Buildings and Grounds Staff, Perform all cleaning and sanitization and Cleaning and Sanitizing Custodial Maintenance, necessary upkeep of the buildings. Repairers and Laborers
Support District Clerical Staff Provides necessary support for all Administrators.
Reducing Risk Through Remote Work and Staggered Shifts
Through assigning certain staff to work remotely and by staggering work shifts, we can decrease crowding and density at work sites and on public transportation.
Remote Work Protocols
Non‐essential employees and contractors able to accomplish their functions remotely will be enabled to do so at the greatest extent possible. Working remotely requires:
1. Identification of staff who will work remotely
2. Approval and assignment of remote work
3. Equipping staff for remote work, which may include:
a. Internet capable laptop
b. Necessary peripherals
c. Access to VPN and/or secure network drives
d. Access to software and databases necessary to perform their duties
e. A solution for telephone communications
i. Note that phone lines may need to be forwarded to off‐site staff
The Superintendent of Schools and the District Administrative Staff will determine the level of remote working for all district employees in conjunction with all NYSDOH guidelines.
Staggered Shifts
Implementing staggered shifts may be possible for personnel performing duties which are necessary to be performed on‐site but perhaps less sensitive to being accomplished only within core business hours. As possible, management will identify opportunities for staff to work outside core business hours as a strategy of limiting exposure. Regardless of changes in start and end times of shifts, Niagara Falls City School District will ensure that employees are provided with their typical or contracted minimum work hours per week. Staggering shifts requires:
1. Identification of positions for which work hours will be staggered
2. Approval and assignment of changed work hours
The Director of Facilities will work with the Superintendent of Schools and District Administrators to formulate a calendar that schedules employees based on the needs of the District.
Personal Protective Equipment
The use of personal protective equipment (PPE) to reduce the spread of infectious disease is important to supporting the health and safety of our employees and contractors. PPE which may be needed can include:
Masks
Face shields
Gloves
Disposable gowns or aprons
Note that while cleaning supplies are not PPE, there is a related need for cleaning supplies used to sanitize surfaces, as well as hand soap and hand sanitizer. The Coronavirus pandemic demonstrated that supply chains were not able to keep up with increased demand for these products early in the pandemic. As such, we are including these supplies in this section as they are pertinent to protecting the health and safety of our employees and contractors.
Protocols for providing PPE include the following:
1. Identification of need for PPE based upon job duties and work location
2. Procurement of PPE
a. As specified in the amended law, public employers must be able to provide at least two pieces of each required type of PPE to each essential employee during any given work shift for at least six months
b. Public employers must be able to mitigate supply chain disruptions to meet this requirement
3. Storage of, access to, and monitoring of PPE stock
a. PPE must be stored in a manner which will prevent degradation
b. Employees and contractors must have immediate access to PPE in the event of an emergency c. The supply of PPE must be monitored to ensure integrity and to track usage rates
The Director of Facilities and the District Medical Director will be responsible for insuring the proper PPE is available at all buildings for required applications. The District will work to ensure we maintain a six month supply of PPE as directed above for all faculty and students. An extra supply of PPE will be available in all buildings for the Principles, Nurses or Custodial staff. The Niagara Falls City School District participates in the Orleans/Niagara Cooperative Bid Purchasing Agreement. It provides a comprehensive list of suppliers and products used for maintaining employee safety, disinfecting and sanitization protocols.
Surplus PPE will be stored in a dry, secured central location. Access to the surplus PPE can only be made by the Director of Facilities as this will ensure the accurate accountability of all supplies on hand. The District Storekeeper will be responsible for keeping accurate records and reporting to the Director of Facilities.
Staff Exposures, Cleaning, and Disinfection
Staff Exposures
Staff exposures are organized under several categories based upon the type of exposure and presence of symptoms. Following CDC guidelines, we have established the following protocols:
A. If employees or contractors are exposed to a known case of communicable disease that is the subject of the public health emergency (defined as a ‘close contact’ with someone who is confirmed infected, which is a prolonged presence within six feet with that person):
1. Potentially exposed employees or contractors who do not have symptoms should remain at home or in a comparable setting and practice social distancing for the lesser of 14 days or other current CDC/public health guidance for the communicable disease in question.
a. As possible, these employees will be permitted to work remotely during this period of time if they are not ill.
b. All necessary parties will be notified of staff exposure through contact tracing. c. See the section titled Documentation of Work Hours and Locations for additional information on contact tracing.
2. CDC guidelines for COVID‐19 provide that critical essential employees may be permitted to continue work following potential exposure, provided they remain symptom‐free and additional precautions are taken to protect them, other employees and contractors, and our constituency/public.
a. Additional precautions will include the requirement of the subject employee or contractor, as well as others working in their proximity, to wear appropriate PPE at all times to limit the potential of transmission.
b. In‐person interactions with the subject employee or contractor will be limited as much as possible.
c. Work areas in which the subject employee or contractor are present will be disinfected according to current CDC/public health protocol at least every hour, as practical. See the section on Cleaning and Disinfection for additional information on that subject.
d. If at any time they exhibit symptoms, refer to item B below.
e. The Superintendent of Schools, in the organization is the decision‐maker in these circumstances and who is responsible for ensuring these protocols are followed.
B. If an employee or contractor exhibits symptoms of the communicable disease that is the subject of the public health emergency:
1. Employees and contractors who exhibit symptoms in the workplace should be immediately separated from other employees, customers, and visitors. They should immediately be sent home with a recommendation to contact their physician.
2. Employees and contractors who exhibit symptoms outside of work should notify their supervisor and stay home, with a recommendation to contact their physician.
3. Employees should not return to work until they have met the criteria to discontinue home isolation per CDC/public health guidance and have consulted with a healthcare provider.
4. Niagara Falls City School District will not require sick employees to provide a negative test result for the disease in question or healthcare provider’s note to validate their illness, qualify for sick leave, or return to work unless there is a recommendation from the CDC/public health officials to do so.
5. CDC criteria for COVID‐19 provides that persons exhibiting symptoms may return to work if at least 24 hours have passed since the last instance of fever without the use of fever‐reducing medications. If the disease in question is other than COVID‐19, CDC and other public guidance shall be referenced.
6. The Superintendent, Medical Director and Administrator for Human Resources in the organization must be informed in these circumstances and are responsible for ensuring these protocols are followed.
C. If an employee or contractor has tested positive for the communicable disease that is the subject of the public health emergency:
1. Apply the steps identified in item B, above, as applicable.
2. Areas occupied for prolonged periods of time by the subject employee or contractor will be closed off.
a. CDC guidance for COVID‐19 indicates that a period of 24 hours is ideally given before cleaning, disinfecting, and reoccupation of those spaces will take place. If this time period is not possible, a period of as long as possible will be given. CDC/public health guidance for the disease in question will be followed.
b. Any common areas entered, surfaces touched, or equipment used shall be cleaned and disinfected immediately.
c. See the section on Cleaning and Disinfection for additional information on that subject.
3. Identification of potential employee and contractor exposures will be conducted
a. If an employee or contractor is confirmed to have the disease in question, the Superintendent, or his/her designee, should inform all contacts of their possible exposure. Confidentiality shall be maintained as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
b. Apply the steps identified in item A, above, as applicable, for all potentially exposed personnel.
We recognize there may be nuances or complexities associated with potential exposures, close contacts, symptomatic persons, and those testing positive. We will follow CDC/public health recommendations and requirements and coordinate with our local public health office for additional guidance and support as needed.
Cleaning and Disinfecting
CDC/public health guidelines will be followed for cleaning and disinfection of surfaces/areas. Present guidance for routine cleaning during a public health emergency includes:
1. As possible, employees and contractors will clean their own workspaces in the beginning, middle, and end of their shifts, at a minimum, in conjunction with District custodial staff. a. High traffic/high touch areas and areas which are accessible to the public/constituents will be disinfected at least hourly. b. The Director of Facilities will coordinate and establish cleaning guidelines and schedules for all cleaners to cover the common areas listed above.
2. Staff tasked with cleaning and disinfecting areas will be issued and required to wear PPE appropriate to the task.
3. Soiled surfaces will be cleaned with soap and water before being disinfected.
4. Surfaces will be disinfected with products that meet EPA criteria for use against the virus in question and which are appropriate for that surface.
5. Staff will follow instructions of cleaning products to ensure safe and effective use of the products.
Employee and Contractor Leave
Public health emergencies are extenuating and unanticipated circumstances in which Niagara Falls City School District is committed to reducing the burden on our employees and contractors. The Families First Coronavirus Response Act provided requirements related to the COVID‐19 pandemic, which form the policies outlined below. This policy may be altered based upon changes in law or regulation, as applicable.
It is our policy that employees of Niagara Falls City School District will not be charged with leave time for testing. Employees will be provided with up to two weeks (80 hours) of paid sick leave at the employee’s regular rate of pay for a period which the employee is unable to work due to quarantine (in accordance with federal, state, or local orders or advice of a healthcare provider), and/or experiencing symptoms and seeking medical diagnosis.
Further, Niagara Falls City School District will provide up to two weeks (80 hours) of paid sick leave at minimum of two‐thirds the employee’s regular rate of pay if the employee is unable to work because of a bona fide need to care for an individual subject to quarantine (pursuant to federal, state, or local orders or advice of a healthcare provider), or to care for a child (under 18 years of age) whose school or child care provider is closed or unavailable for reasons related to the public health emergency, and/or the employee is experiencing a substantially similar condition as specified by the CDC/public health officials. This provision may be modified if an employee is able to effectively work remotely and the need exists for them to do so.
Additionally, Niagara Falls City School District will provide up to an additional 10 weeks of paid expanded family and medical leave at minimum of two‐thirds of the employee’s regular rate of pay where an employee, who has been employed for at least 30 calendar days by Niagara Falls City School District, is unable to work due to a bona fide need for leave to care for a child whose school or child care provider is closed or unavailable for reasons related to the public health emergency. This provision may be modified if an employee is able to effectively work remotely and the need exists for them to do so.
Additional provisions may be enacted based upon need and the guidance and requirements in place by federal and state employment laws, FMLA, executive orders, and other potential sources.
Contractors, either independent or affiliated with a contracted firm, are not classified as employees of Niagara Falls City School District, and as such are not provided with paid leave time by Niagara Falls City
School District, unless required by law.
Documentation of Work Hours and Locations
In a public health emergency, it may be necessary to document work hours and locations of each employee and contractor to support contact tracing efforts. Identification of locations shall include on‐ site work, off‐site visits.
This information may be used by Niagara Falls City School District to support contact tracing within the organization and may be shared with local public health officials.
7.02 Motion to table by Ronald J Barstys, second by Nicholas Vilardo.
Final Resolution: Motion Fails
Yes: Vincent Cancemi, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo
No: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Anthony F Paretto, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Resolution Adopting Policy Pertaining Student Gender Identity ‐ Gender Neutral Single‐Occupancy Bathrooms
Motion by Paul Kudela, second by Ronald J Barstys.
Policy Adopted
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Resolution Adopting Policy Pertaining Student Gender Identity ‐ Gender Neutral Single‐Occupancy Bathrooms (SG 1,4)
RESOLVED, That in accordance with previous practice, this item will be tabled for thirty (30) days to allow for sufficient review time.
SUBJECT: GENDER NEUTRAL SINGLE‐OCCUPANCY BATHROOMS
The District is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive educational and work‐ environment. The District will ensure that all single‐occupancy bathroom facilities are designated as gender neutral for use by no more than one occupant at a time or for family or assisted use.
"Single‐occupancy bathroom" means a bathroom intended for use by no more than one occupant at a time or for family or assisted use and which has a door for entry into and egress from the bathroom that may be locked by the occupant to ensure privacy and security.
All gender neutral bathroom facilities will be clearly designated by the posting of signage either on or near the entry door of each facility.
Education Law § 409‐m Public Buildings Law § 145
NOTE: Refer also to Policy #7552 ‐‐ Student Gender Identity
7.03 Motion to table:
Motion by Paul Kudela, second by Ronald J Barstys.
Final Resolution: Motion Fails
Yes: Vincent Cancemi, Russell Petrozzi, Rob Bilson
No: Ronald J Barstys, Anthony F Paretto, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Clara Dunn
Abstain: Earl F Bass
Motion to adopt Resolution Adopting Policy Pertaining Student Gender Identity ‐ Locker Rooms, and Other Circumstances where Students may be Sex‐segregated.
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Anthony F Paretto.
Policy Adopted
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
No: Vincent Cancemi, Nicholas Vilardo
Resolution Adopting Policy Pertaining Student Gender Identity ‐ Locker Rooms, and Other Circumstances where Students may be Sex‐segregated. (SG 1,4)
RESOLVED, That in accordance with previous practice, this item will be tabled for thirty (30) days to allow for sufficient review time.
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Students
SUBJECT: STUDENT GENDER IDENTITY
All students need a safe and supportive educational environment to progress academically and developmentally. The District is committed to fostering a safe learning environment for all students, free from discrimination and harassment on the basis of sex, gender, gender identity, gender nonconformity, and gender expression. In accordance with applicable law, regulations, and guidelines, the District will ensure that students have equal access to all school programs, facilities, and activities. The District will assess and address the specific needs of each student on a case‐by‐case basis.
Key Terms
Generally, District personnel should use the language that individual students are using to describe their own gender identity, appearance, or behavior. The most commonly used terms are:
Cisgender: a person whose gender identity corresponds to their assigned sex at birth.
Gender: actual or perceived sex, typically with reference to social and cultural differences rather than physiological ones.
Gender expression: the ways a person conveys their gender identity to others, such as through behavior, appearance, clothing, hairstyle, activities, voice, and mannerisms.
Gender identity: a person's inner sense or psychological knowledge of being male, female, neither, or both.
Gender nonconforming (GNC): describes someone whose gender identity or gender expression does not conform to social or stereotypical expectations of a person with that gender assigned at birth. This is also referred to as gender variant or gender atypical.
Transgender: someone whose gender identity is different than their gender assigned at birth.
Transition: the process by which a person socially or physically aligns their gender expression more closely to their gender identity than their assigned sex at birth.
Records
As required by law, the District will maintain the confidentiality of student information and records. If a transgender or GNC student has officially changed his or her name, as demonstrated by court order or birth certificate, the District will change its official and unofficial records, as needed, to reflect the change. The District will maintain records with the student's assigned birth name in a separate, confidential file.
If a transgender or GNC student has not officially changed his or her name, but wishes to be referred to by a different name that corresponds to their gender identity, the District may create or change unofficial records to reflect the name and gender identity that the student consistently asserts at school. On state standardized tests, certain reports to the New York State Education Department, and when necessary to ensure appropriate and coordinated medical care, however, the District will use the student's legal name and gender. Any student identification cards will be issued with the name reflecting the gender identity the student consistently asserts at school. The District will maintain records with the student's assigned birth name and gender in a separate, confidential file.
Names and Pronouns
When apprised of a student's transgender or GNC status, the District will endeavor to engage the student and his or her parents or guardians, as appropriate, in an effort to agree upon a plan that will accommodate the student's individual needs at school. Transgender and GNC students have the right to discuss and convey their gender identity and expression openly and to decide when, with whom, and how much to share this confidential information. The plan may therefore include when and how to initiate the student's preferred name and associated pronoun use and if, when, and how this is communicated to others. District staff will use the name and pronoun that corresponds to the gender identity the student consistently asserts at school.
Restrooms and Locker Rooms
The District will allow a transgender or GNC student to use the restroom and locker room that corresponds to the student's consistently expressed gender identity at school. Any student requesting increased privacy or other accommodations when using bathrooms or locker rooms will be provided with a safe and adequate alternative, but they will not be required to use that alternative.
Physical Education and Sports
Physical education is a required part of the District's curriculum. Where these classes are sex‐ segregated, students will be allowed to participate in a manner consistent with their gender identity. Students will likewise be allowed to participate in intramural activities consistent with their gender identity.
Upon written notification that a transgender or GNC student would like an opportunity to participate in the District's interscholastic athletics program consistent with his or her gender identity, the District will determine his or her eligibility in accordance with applicable law, regulations, and guidelines. The District will confirm the student's asserted gender identity with documentation it considers appropriate from a parent or guardian, counselor, doctor, psychologist, psychiatrist, or other medical professionals. The student's gender identity should be the same as the identity used for District registration and other school purposes.
The District's athletic director will notify opposing team athletic directors or the New York State Public High School Athletic Association if a student needs any accommodations during competitions. Any appeal regarding the District's eligibility decision will be directly to the Commissioner of Education.
Other Activities
Generally, in other circumstances where students may be sex‐segregated, such as overnight field trips, students may be permitted to participate in accordance with the gender identity that the student consistently asserts at school. Student privacy concerns will be addressed individually and on a case‐by‐ case basis in accordance with District policy and applicable law, regulations, and guidelines.
Dress Code and Team Uniforms
Transgender or GNC students may utilize restrooms in accordance with their gender identity or expression, within the parameters of the District's dress code. The District will not restrict students' clothing or appearance on the basis of gender.
The District's code applies while its athletes are traveling to and from athletic contests. Athletes will have access to uniforms that are appropriate for their sport.
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), 20 USC § 1232g
34 CFR Part 99
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972
Education Law Article 2 and §§ 2‐d, 11(7), 3201‐a
8 NYCRR § 100.2
NOTE: Refer also to Policies #3410 ‐‐ Code of Conduct
#3420 ‐‐ Non‐Discrimination and Anti‐Harassment in the District #7550 ‐‐ Dignity for All Students
#7551 ‐‐ Sexual Harassment of Students
#7553 ‐‐ Hazing of Students
#8242 ‐‐ Civility, Citizenship, and Character Education/Interpersonal
Violence Prevention Education
Adoption Date
7. Information and Reports 8.01 Superintendent's Report
Questioned the Board’s will on communicating the policies adopted regarding gender identity.
Mrs. Dunn wants parents notified. Dr. Barstys suggest principals include information in newsletters. Mrs. Dunn is fine with that suggestion. Mr. Laurrie may prefer to handle it himself. He will discuss it soon via some communication with the Board.
2021‐2022 General Fund Budget Update ‐ Mr. Laurrie and Mr. Giarrizzo offered the following update:
NYS has released almost all withholdings, except one grant.
Timeline: April 15 recommend budget to vote April 22.
It is unknown whether the State will capture any federal stimulus money intended for the District.
It is possible the gap will be eliminated.
Appropriations changes: electric costs change by $20k
$200,000 e‐rate upfront costs to be run through BOCES.
1.9 percent year to year excluding debt.
COVID two years, $32 million for NFCSD. Must be spent on academic recovery.
RESERVE: DEBT SERVICE (INC $202,478 PRM) $541,000
PROJECTED ADDITIONAL APPROPR. $5,061,043
GAP Total Appr. Minus Total Revenue $1,088,757
COVID‐19 Update: Mr. Laurrie offered the following update: All current hybrid students (Blue and Gold) will become four day (Green) students once the Niagara County Department of Health approves reopening of schools fulltime. A four day (M, T, Th, F) schedule will continue; synchronous instruction will continue on Wednesdays.
Individual schools will assess space considerations to include classroom size, bathrooms, cafeterias, music rooms, and physical education space with respect to maintaining three feet of social distance.
Students and staff will wear masks, unless on an approved mask break or while eating or drinking.
Clarification on bussing is needed; a second run may be added.
Infection rates must be closely monitored. If rates rise to the threshold level, a retreat to the hybrid schedule must occur, as directed by the Superintendent.
Any student whose parent does not wish the child to attend four days will be placed on remote instruction.
Outside spaces should be used as frequently as possible.
Swimming pools may be used, with a plan approved by the Superintendent, no earlier than April 26, 2021.
Isolation Rooms and Wednesday staff/student BINEX testing must continue.
Outside groups will be approved on a case‐by‐case basis.
Current, fully remote students will remain on a remote instruction.
The plan will begin on April 19, 2021, depending on information at that time and at the discretion of the Superintendent.
The Superintendent will communicate this plan to the community and the administrators will make school‐ based determinations on bathrooms, classrooms, and cafeterias.
Rev. Sylvester Beaman – a video presentation was shown featuring this 1978 NFHS graduate‐ outstanding alumni to accept award. Rev. Beaman offered the invocation at President Biden’s inauguration. He will be here May 13.
The Superintendent and Mrs. Jones will meet with the Chamber of Commerce tomorrow.
Seventeen NFHS students earned OSHA cards.
Wolverine 18 – 1 basketball team vs. Clarence tomorrow.
The District was approved to distribute 1,000 free AT&T Hotspot to students. Staff will work with Digital Promise and AT&T to identify eligible students who either do not have at‐home internet access or do not have access to sufficient broadband speeds to participate in remote learning. The applications for this emergency fund are due no later than Friday, April 9th.
NFCSD Prep school students hold 10 of the top 11 spots in Robotics awards.
1‐4, 6‐11 autonomous drones 4/17/21 competing Championships in Rochester, N.Y. Spring Recess approaches.
8.02 Board Members Report and Comments
Mr. Vilardo: requests BOCES update of Mr. Cancemi.
Mr. Cancemi provided that update – tour of new BOCES building took place, BOCES is seeking instructors. Dr. Godshall plans to work another year. All Superintendents of Schools are meeting weekly. Dr. Godshall knows Niagara Falls will not be funding summer school. BOCES programming is down in students. A high number of challenged students are being served.
Mr. Paretto: Congratulated staff on budget work; football practice began, locker rooms are in great shape, even with COVID protocols. The trainer is excellent.
Mr. Kudela: Thanks for vote against asphalt company in the walked on resolution, 6.12.
Mr. Bass: Thanks to all staff for their hard work.
Mr. Bilson: Thanks to all staff for their hard work.
Dr. Barstys: Happy Easter.
Mr. Cancemi: Great Board open communication among members. Thanked the Superintendent for his leadership.
BRS ARS/Regular Mtg.
Thursday, April 15th, 2021 Thursday, April 22, 2021
1. NF International Kite 1. NFHS Career Pathways
2. Capital Projects 2.
3. Sister Schools
4. 2021‐2022 General Fund Budget 2. 2021‐2022 General Fund Budget
5. Review of Board Meeting Agenda Items – 3. Review of Board Meeting Agenda Items – April April 22nd Regular Board Meeting – Mr. 22nd Regular Board Meeting – Mr. Laurrie, Laurrie, Mrs. Glaser, Ms. Massaro Mrs. Glaser, Ms. Massaro
9. Advanced Planning 9.01 Future Agenda Items
9.02 Future Meeting Dates ARS/Regular (Virtual) – Thursday, April 27th
1. April 27 Special Board Meetings Agenda Item School District and BOCES Agenda Items The Board convened an ‐ Mr. Laurrie, Mrs. Glaser, Ms. Massaro executive session at 8:32 p.m. on a motion by Mr. Bass seconded by Dr. Barstys for the purpose of discussions relating to the Taylor Law concerning CSEA.
The Board exited Executive Session at 9:02 p.m. on a motion by Dr. Barstys seconded by Mr. Kudela.
10. Adjournment in memory of the following:
1. Wendell Bone, brother of Porter Terry Bone.
2. Patricia Nolan, retired School Secretary at G.J. Mann Elementary School, who was employed by the District for 30 years.
3. Kathie Kudela, aunt of Board member Paul Kudela.
4. Elaine Baia, former substitute teacher.
5. John Pero, father of special education teachers Jack Pero and Jaime Pero.
6. Robert Davis Fr., son of Gaskill lunch associate Maggie Davis.
7. Alfretta Walker, former employee through Evenstart.
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Earl F Bass.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Respectfully submitted,
Judith Glaser
District Clerk
BOARD REVIEW SESSION NIAGARA FALLS BOARD OF EDUCATION APRIL 15, 2021 PRESENT: Dr. Barstys, Mr. Bass*, Mr. Bilson, Mr. Cancemi, Mrs. Dunn, Mr. Paretto, Mr. Petrozzi, Mr. Vilardo. EXCUSED: Mr. Kudela *participated remotely.
Mr. Cancemi opened the BRS at 5:30 p.m. Updates from Mr. Laurrie: The Rev. Sylvester Beaman will participate in a ceremony to be named an Outstanding Alumni on 13th May; Saturday at LPS, the NYS Robotics Championships to qualify for Worlds in Kentucky will be held; congratulations to Clara Dunn completed her Board training; the attorney for Niagara University praised the Board of Education for its fight against asphalt plant and asks that it write the Department of Environmental Conservation to oppose the plant. Mrs. Jones plans to meet with NFHS students and advisors to discuss end of year activities. The SRO at GPS promoted by the NFPD and will be replaced seamlessly. Dr. Melvin Dyster passed away; the Board extends condolences. NF International Kite Festival – Ken Hamilton, Guest, failed to appear. Career Pathways at NFHS – Mrs. Jones presented with the NFHS Administrative Team ‐ Mr. Rotella, Mr. Ventry, Mrs. Vilardo – in attendance. 15 students have earned their OSHA cards. Also, thanks to Mr. Petrozzi for setting up a meeting with the Niagara USA Chamber of Commerce. The following opportunities have been arranged for students who will participate in the Pathways program:
Daemen College: Paralegal Law Course (Law for Society); Cartooning; Principles of Animation yielding 3 credits per course for Daemen, 1 credit per course for Niagara Falls High School
Laborers' International Union of North America (L.I.U.N.A.) Local 91: OSHA 10‐ Hour Training; Confined Spaces Training – planning; Landscaping Basics – planning; Construction Math – planning yielding Certification in all courses
Niagara University / REAC3H: Introduction to Nursing Skills Course yielding 3 credit course for Niagara University, 1 credit for Niagara Falls High School, Certified Nurse Assistant Certification, Internship with a local medical facility Niagara University / REAC3H: Race Course; Writing Course; Poverty Course; Education/Teaching Course; Law and Security Course; ESports Course; Critical Reading and Literacy Course; Race, Social Justice and Educational Advocacy Course yielding 3 credits per course for Niagara University, 1 credit per course for Niagara Falls High School
Niagara County Community College: Personal Finance Course proposed; Coming 2022: IT Security Courses (Global Industries):Google IT Network Support Professional AWS Cloud Computing IBM Cybersecurity or A.I., Supply Chain Management (Business Finance and Marketing), Intro to Hospitality Management (Human Services)
Other agencies in conversation include: N.Y.S. Department of Labor; Niagara County Employment and Training; Orleans/Niagara BOCES Workforce Training Center; Craft Technical Institute; N.C.C.C. Workforce Development; Stavatti Aerospace Ltd.; Niagara USA Chamber of Commerce; Bank on Buffalo.
Several partners want students immediately to teach and mentor.
Mr. Laurrie – we also need to offer driving education. Trades Unions need new blood to fund pensions of current workers. Junior Police Academy may also be in the offing. Marketing must start with very young students. Sister Schools Update ‐ Mr. Carella presented with his Sister Schools team in attendance: Mrs. Brundidge, Mrs. Manella, Mr. Merino, Mrs. Tompkins. The following work is being undertaken to prepare to launch the Sister Schools in September:
The Committee is chose the “Move This World “program to address positive school culture Key features of the program include: Short, evidence‐based Pre‐K – 6th grade videos that explicitly teach core social emotional skills and provide opportunities for practice Access to Move This World’s online platform and supplementary resources Ongoing coaching and professional development for all employees of the school Components for the classroom, school, home, and community The development of a common language and vocabulary for the school community
Committee subgroups reorganized into 5 grade K‐6 subgroups to ensure consistent implementation of each component across the three Sister Schools: Performing Arts – create enrichment activities and coursework for both primary and intermediate students History of the Arts, Dance, Theatre (acting, script writing) Visual Arts Professional Development – assess initiatives and programs and plan/schedule teacher training from summer 2021 and beyond Co‐teaching, Data Analysis and Planning for the primary classroom, Purposeful Play and Gross Motor Development at the primary level, Character Education and Social/Emotional Learning Systems Social Emotional Learning – created an aligned Tiered Framework for the 3 schools to include PBIS, Character Education, Direct Instruction of SEL skills and interventions for students in need
STEM – Develop continuum of experiences and coursework for grades Kindergarten – 6 Coding, Computer Science, Engineering, Robotics Career Awareness interwoven throughout Transition Planning – examine issues related to reconfiguration and plan for family communication and student/guardian orientation to new schools Build on parent livestreamed forums from March 9 and 15 and continue purposeful information sharing Create a menu of suggested orientation activities
All eligible students have been plotted and new boundaries for the three schools have been drawn Information Services and the Transportation Office have organized and transferred all routing data to School Bus Logistics: SBL is currently working on new routes Multiple scenarios will be explored, to include variables such as eligibility by distance from school, and sibling routes
Walkthroughs of all three schools complete Plans underway for furniture inventory and relocation Room assignments at each school Draft guidelines and process for packing and moving of instructional materials and personal effects.
A playground at or near Niagara Street School is desired.
COVID Updates ‐ Mr. Laurrie offered the following information regarding the State return to school plan utilizing the three‐feet social distancing recommendation, rather than six feet
We are a universal mask school district, unless on an approved mask break or while eating/drinking. All current hybrid students will become four day students. We will continue a four day (M, T, Th, F) schedule. Any student whose parent does not wish their child to attend four days will be placed on remote instruction. Asynchronous and Synchronous instruction will continue on Wednesdays. Elementary students will be invited to return. Prep school students and NFHS students will return based on a transmission rates. Current fully remote students will remain on a remote instruction. Infection rates must be closely monitored. At this point, grades 7‐12 will remain in their current status. Infection rates must be fewer than 100 cases of 100,000 people in our County. Individual schools will assess space considerations to include classroom size, bathrooms, cafeterias, music rooms, and physical education space with respect to maintaining three feet of social distance. Planning for bussing is occurring. A second run may need to be added. This plan will begin on April 26, 2021 for elementary students dependent on direction from the Superintendent. Outside spaces should be used as frequently as possible. Isolation Rooms and Wednesday staff/student BINEX testing will continue. The daily survey will continue for staff. Schools will randomly be chosen to administer the student survey. Swimming Pools may be used, with a plan approved by the Superintendent, no earlier than April 26, 2021. Outside groups will be approved on a case‐by‐case basis. The Superintendent will communicate this plan to the community and the administrators. A public forum will be virtually conducted on Tuesday, April 20th at 6:00 p.m. Presentations will be made to the Board of Education again on April 22nd. The final plan will be shared with the Niagara County Department of Health. It will be posted on our website at www.nfschools.net. Tuesday night Zoom town meeting to discuss.
2021‐2022 General Fund Budget ‐ Mr. Giarrizzo offered an overview. Highlights: The District is still owed $77,000 in FEMA funding. COVID‐realted spending to date is $538,297. $24,784 is being withheld. NY State approved its budget with foundation aid of $3.7million to the District State officials have promised that foundation aid will be whole in three years, funding each District according to its own formula, which it has not done heretofore. The Pandemic adjustment is gone American Rescue Funds grant yields $30,236,733 to the District to be spent over three or four years with 20% or $6,047,347 earmarked by law for academic recovery.
A public hearing regarding the State funds must be held in June.
It is possible that other funds may be yet secured, including Casino funds and additional CARES funding.
An agenda review was held.
Dr. Barstys motioned to enter executive session at 7:41 p.m. seconded by Mr. Vilardo for the purposes of discussing: the possible demotion, discipline, suspension, or removal of an individual; contract negotiations; and information related to investigation or prosecution of a criminal offense which would imperil law enforcement if disclosed. All in favor. The Board exited executive session at 8:35 p.m. on a motion by Dr. Barstys, seconded by Mrs. Dunn. All in favor. CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS Niagara Falls, New York Agenda 04/22/2021 Regular Board 7 p.m. 1. Agenda Review Session PRESENT: Mr. Cancemi, Dr. Barstys, Mr. Bass*, Mr. Bilson, Mrs. Dunn, Mr. Kudela, Mr. Paretto, Mr. Petrozzi, *Mr. Bass participated remotely, as he was working. Where he is marked “E” he was taking a call for the NFFD.
COVID – 19 Update Mr. Laurrie offered the following update: Public hearing last Tuesday; about 60 callers. Mr. Laurrie will respond to all who reach out to him with concerns. Return to physical classes four days a week beginning April 26, 2021. They will be appropriately distanced.
NFHS seniors may be able to get vaccinated, which would positively impact end‐of‐year activities. The District is working with NF Memorial Medical Center to accomplish this. Seniors met with school administration and advisers and established this list of priority preferences for a graduation ceremony: 1. large outdoor space; 2. drive in facility; 3. A “drive by” graduation ceremony such as the Class of 2020 had.
Mr. Laurrie has met with the Niagara County Health Director to monitor COVID cases.
The Federal Government rejected the State’s waiver of testing for grades three through eight; tests are being administered, but the State is using last year’s questions and practice questions. These previous assessments are available on the State website, so nothing is really being measured in terms of whether students are actually acquiring new knowledge, and not merely doing intelligent test preparation.
The Superintendent of Schools feels it is important to students’ social and emotional health to return to normalcy with respect to school attendance.
2021‐2022 General Fund Budget Mr. Giarrizzo presented the final iteration of the recommended budget. These are the highlights: ‐the District has funds in reserve ‐funds from the American Rescue Act Grant will continue to benefit in to the future; ‐ budget year‐to‐year is $20,000 less ‐ total proposed budget is $153,148,179 The levy has increased once, at three percent, since 1993.
The Superintendent of Schools would like to present a three‐year spending plan to the public for the reserve funds going forward. A percent, by law, needs to be spent on academic recovery.
It is important that the public vote on the budget.
Presentation Tax Report Card: Mr. Giarrizzo explained the contents of the Tax Report Card. This must be provided to residents 10 days before the budget vote. It will be distributed in the District newsletter.
Year to Year Comparison: Mr. Giarrizzo, Mrs. Jacklin, and Mrs. Holody presented the comparison attached to these minutes.
Review of Agenda A review of the agenda for April 22nd was held.
Review of Agenda – A review of the agenda for April 27th was held.
Mr. Laurrie explained a resolution to be walked on regarding opposition to an asphalt plant located near several Niagara Falls Schools and potentially impacting environmental quality. See 6.23.
2. Call to Order by Mr. Cancemi at 7 p.m.
2.01 Pledge of Allegiance 2.02 Prayer offered by Mrs. Dunn. 2.03 Roll Call – all present.
3. Letters and Communications ‐
3.01 Oral Communications –
3.02 Written Communications‐ None.
4. Recommended Actions from the Superintendent of Schools ‐ Routine Matters
4.01 Minutes – March 2021 (SG 4) Motion to approve minutes ‐ March 2021 Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Rob Bilson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
4.02 Approval of Budget Transfer ‐ #9 (SG3) Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Rob Bilson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
4.03 Approval of the following Bids (SG3) Approval of Bids – 1. Award of Bid, Contract 116 – Roofing Construction Stewardship Project Phase III (SG3) see resolutions 2. Approval of Contract 116 – Roofing Construction Stewardship Project Phase III Capital Project (SG3) see resolutions
Motion by Rob Bilson, second by Anthony F Paretto. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn Not Present at Vote: Earl F Bass
4.04 Treasurer's Report – March 2021 (SG3) Received & Filed. 4.05 Budget Status Report – April 2021 (SG3) Received & Filed.
4.06 Personnel Report – Certificated (SG 1, 2) Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Rob Bilson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn Not Present at Vote: Earl F Bass 4.07 Personnel Report ‐ Classified (SG 1, 2) Motion by Clara Dunn, second by Ronald J Barstys. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn Not Present at Vote: Earl F Bass
4.08 Report from Committee on Special Education (SG 1) 4.09 Report from Committee on Preschool Special Education (SG 1) Items 4.08 and 4.09 Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Rob Bilson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn Not Present at Vote: Earl F Bass
4.10 Short‐Term Contracts (SG 1, 3) 1. Diep Nguyen Mentoring for the Seal of Biliteracy $45.00 per hour NTE 20 hours/$900.00 A2060.400.006 April – May 26, 2021 2. Community Connections of WNY, Inc. Survey design and Analysis of District Healthy Behaviors Programs $7,425.00 A2280.409.007 April – June, 2021 3. Marsha McWilson Mentoring Kalfas students $3,500.00 12 sessions FCEP grant April‐June 2021 Motion by Clara Dunn, second by Anthony F Paretto. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn Not Present at Vote: Earl F Bass 5. Unfinished Business 5.01 None
6. New Business (see BoardDocs)
6.01 Approval of Harry F. Abate, Henry J. Kalfas Magnet, and Niagara Street School Reconfiguration (SG 1) RESOLVED, That the Board of Education hereby approves reconfiguring the present grade levels of Harry F. Abate (grades 3‐6 and Grade 2 Enrichment), Henry J. Kalfas Magnet (Pre K‐3‐ grade 2), and Niagara Street School (Pre K‐3‐grade 2); and RESOLVED, The Superintendent of Schools is directed to immediately proceed with the implementation of the reconfiguration of Harry F. Abate, Henry J. Kalfas, and Niagara Street School and to do any and all things necessary to implement the scenario for the 2021‐2022 school year. Motion by Paul Kudela, second by Nicholas Vilardo. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn Not Present at Vote: Earl F Bass 6.02 Superintendent’s Recommended General Fund Budget for School Year 2021‐2022 (SG 1, 2, 3) RESOLVED, That the Superintendent’s recommendation for the proposed General Fund Budget for school year 2021‐2022 in the amount of $153,148,179, herewith submitted is received and filed by this Board. Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Anthony F Paretto. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn 6.03 Acceptance and Approval of the Real Property Tax Report Card for 2021 ‐2022 (SG 3) IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED, That the Board of Education accepts and approves the real property tax report card (attached) prepared from the budget approved for 2021‐22 in the total amount of $153,148,179 and directs the Business Administrator to submit this report card to SED by the close of business tomorrow April 23, 2021. Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Paul Kudela. Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn Not Present at Vote: Earl F Bass
Items 6.04 and 6.05 taken together. 6.04 Approval of Agreement Between Niagara County, New York through Niagara County Board of Electio (“County”) and the School District of the City of Niagara Falls, New York (“District”) for Use of Image Cast Only Voting Machines (SG 4) RESOLVED, The Board hereby approves the Agreement with Niagara County, New York, attached hereto, providing for use of twenty‐four (24) Image Cast Precinct Devices, with the District paying the County fixed and variable fees and expenses as set forth in Schedule “A” of the attached Agreement; and further RESOLVED, That the Agreement is subject to further modifications as may be required by the Superintendent and the School District Attorney; and further RESOLVED, That the President of the Niagara Falls Board of Education is authorized to execute the attached Agreement; and further RESOLVED, That the District Clerk take all action necessary to implement this Resolution.
AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT, dated the _ day of_, 2021, the County of Niagara, New York, a municipal corporation of the state of New York, having its principal office at 175 Hawley Street, Lockport, New York, acting through its duly constituted Niagara County Board of Elections, hereinafter called the "COUNTY' and the City School District City of Niagara Falls of New York with its principal office at 630 66th St., Niagara Falls, New York, hereinafter called the "DISTRICT".
RECITALS
The DISTRICT requires the use of 0 Ballot Marking Device ("BMD"), 24 Image Cast Precinct Devices ("ICP"), 46 regular metal voting booths, 23 handicap metal voting booths, 23 table top voting booths, 0 blue and red duffle bags, and 0 ballot bags, in connection with the School Election/ Budget vote to be held on May 1 8, 2021; and
Section 3‐224 of the New York State Election Law, entitled "voting machine; use by other than the board of elections" permits the Niagara County Board of Election to permit, towns, villages, school districts and other public entities within the County to use voting machines and other equipment owned by it and used, among other things, in the conduct of elections, upon such rental and other terms and conditions, shall be fixed by the Niagara County Board of Elections; and
The Commissioners of the Niagara County Board of Elections and representatives of the DISTRICT have agreed upon the DISTRICT'S use of 0 BMD, 24 ICP, 46 regular voting metal voting booths, 23 handicap metal voting booths, 23 table top voting booths, 0 blue and red duffle bags, 0 ballot bags in connection with the DISTRICT s School Election/ Budget vote to be held May 18, 202 1;
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises contained in this agreement, the parties agree as follows:
1. VOTING EQUIPMENT: The COUNTY will supply the DISTRICT at the DISTRICT'S expense 0 BMD, 24 ICP'S, 46 regular metal voting booths, 23 handicap metal voting booths, 23 table top voting booths, 0 blue and red duffle bags, 0 ballot bags in connection with the DISTRICT'S School Election/ Budget vote to be held May 18, 2021; 2. CONSIDERATION: The DISTRICT will pay to the COUNTY variable fees and expenses set forth in Schedule "A" annexed hereto and incorporated by reference. 3. DAMAGES; In the event any of the voting equipment become damaged, the DISTRICT will be responsible for the cost of any repairs, replacements, or any other damages to the voting equipment used for the election. 4. INSURANCE: The DISTRICT shall give the COUNTY evidence of insurance, naming the COUNTY of Niagara as an insured and in amounts and from acceptable to the COUNTY and confirming with the COUNTY s policy concerning insurance coverage as set forth in Schedule "B" annexed hereto and incorporated by reference. 5. ADDITIONAL TERMS: The DISTRICT expressly agrees to the provisions set forth in the following schedules: a. The Niagara County Board of Elections' usage questionnaire, attached as Schedule C. b. The Niagara County Board of Elections' ballot programming timeline, attached as Schedule D. c. The DISTRICT shall furnish, at its expense, election custodians and inspectors for all election sites and obtain the COUNTY'S certification of all inspectors and custodians at least ten (10) days prior to the day of the School Election/ Budget vote. d. The COUNTY shall cause 0 BMD, 24 ICP'S, 46 regular metal voting booths, 23 handicap metal voting booths, 23 table top voting booths, 0 blue and red duffle bags, 0 ballot bags to be delivered to the DISTRICT no later May 14, 2021; such machines shall be ready for pick up and return no later than May 28, 2021, by Niagara County. e. The DISTRICT shall make payment to Niagara County within (30) days of being invoiced. 6. INDEMNITY: "The District or licensee agrees to defend and indemnify the County of Niagara, their officers, agents and employees, and shall hold them harmless from any and all risks of every kind, nature and description resulting from arising out of the work and/or service performed by the District or Licensee, or its subcontractor or Licensee, under this contract; provided, however, that District or Licensee shall not be required to indemnify the County with respect to such risks to the extent caused by the negligence or intentional misconduct ofthe County or the County's contractors or Licensees, over whom District or Licensee has no authority or control. The DISTRICT by agreeing to defend the County of Niagara as set forth above, agrees that if the County of Niagara receives a claim, complaint, or is sued under this contract pertaining to their work, acts or services then the DISTRICT agrees to pay all attorney fees and expenses; the selection of such attorney to represent Niagara County shall be the sole and exclusive determination of Niagara County.
7. GENERAL PROVISIONS: a. Successors and Assigns. Restrictions on Assignment or Delegation. This Agreement shall bind and insure to the benefit of the parties hereto, and to their respective successors and assigns. DISTRICT may not, without the specific prior written consent of the County of Niagara, assign any interest or rights in or to, or arising under, this Agreement, or delegate the performance of any of its obligations and duties herein. b. ENTIRE AGREEMENT: This Agreement is the entire Agreement between the parties hereto, and supersedes and terminates all other oral or written agreements or understandings between the parties with respect to subject matter hereof. c. WAIVERS: The failure of any person or persons to enforce at any time any right or privilege under this Agreement shall in no way constitute or be construed as a waiver of that or any other right or privilege under this Agreement, nor shall it affect in any way the validity and full enforceability of this Agreement and each and every provision thereof. Nor waiver of any right or privilege under this Agreement, or of any breach of any provision of this Agreement, or of any remedy for any breach, shall be binding except to the extent specifically set forth in writing and duly executed by or on behalf of the person or persons to be bound thereby. No waiver of any right or privilege under this Agreement shall operate as a waiver of any other right of privilege under this Agreement; no waiver of any breach of any provision of this Agreement shall operate as a waiver of any other breach of that or any other provision of this Agreement; and no waiver of any remedy for any such breach shall operate as a waiver of any other remedy for such breach. d. HEADINGS; The article and other headings contained in this Agreement are for reference purposes only and shall not affect in any way the meaning or interpretation of this Agreement. e. GOVERNFNG LAW: This Agreement shall be construed and the legal relations hereunder of the persons bound hereby will be determined according to the laws of the State of New York. f. COUNTERPARTS; This Agreement may be executed in several counterparts, each of which will be deemed to be an original, and it will not be necessary In making proof of this Agreement to produce or account for more than one (1) of such counterparts. g. NOTICES: Any notices required to be given under this Agreement shall be deemed sufficient, if in writing and delivered personally or sent by U.S. mail, certified return receipt requested, to the County of Niagara, as its business address, or to the DISTRICT'S business address and shall be deemed served as of the date of personal service or the date of postmark, as the case may be.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, The County ofNiagara and the City School District City of Niagara Falls, New York have caused this Agreement to be executed by their duly authorized officers the day and year first above written.
DATE: COUNTY OF NIAGARA NEW YORK City School District City of Niagara Falls, New York
By: REBECCA J. WDYSH, CHAIRMAN
NIAGARA COUNTY LEGISLATOR APPROVED AS TO FORM NIAGARA COUNTY ATTORNEY
SCHEDULE A
Variable Costs (All prices are estimated and subject to change per school district):
1. Transportation a. Truck rental $1000.00 Plus $200 Fuel
2. Personnel a. Machines Technicians/Clerks $35.47/hr. $36.06/hr. 3. Machine Transport: 3 Employees for 16 hours $1/469.12 Such above person perform the following duties:
A. Program Machines/ memory cards and 1‐buttons: read memory cards after election and print results report B. Inventory machine and equipment before each election and after election. C. Oversee Custodian work at BOE warehouse. D. Oversee delivery and pick‐up of voting equipment. E. Acceptance test machines upon their return to the BOE warehouse. F. Reimburse for mileage for travel to BOE warehouse to perform above services. 4. Supplies (as invoiced) Schedule B
Requirements for Contracted Services
Insurance and Certification Requirements A Certificate of Insurance acceptable to the County of Niagara must meet the following requirements:
• List the type of insurance coverages and acceptable limits, as required by the County of Niagara. • Name the Certificate holder as County of Niagara, 111 Main Street, Suite 102, Lockport, NY 14094. • Name the County of Niagara, its agents, officers, and employees (without reference to a specific department) as an additional insured on each Certificate of Insurance for all liability policies. This can be provided in the caption or in the comments section of the certificate. • Each certificate of insurance is required, and each endorsement, must be signed by a licensed registered agent. In the event of self‐insurance, by an authorized signatory. • In the event of any material alteration or cancellation of any insurance coverage/thirty (30) days written notice shall be given to the Niagara County Director of Risk Management, 111 Main Street/ Lockport, NY 14094. • Insurance carriers should be admitted in the State of New York, unless an exception is approved by Niagara County. • The Certificate of Insurance shall be submitted to the Niagara County Office of Risk Management for compliance review/ approval and retention at least thirty (30) days prior to the start of work. SPECIFIC INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS: The following are the minimum insurance types, documentation and limits acceptable to the County of Niagara:
INSURANCE COVERAGES, DOCUiVIENTS AND MIMIMUM LIMITS for Contracted Services Coverage and Documents Limits A General Liability (GL) $1,000,000 Each Occurrence $2/000,000 General Aggregate B Auto Liability $1,000,000 Combined Single Limit C Excess/Umbrella Liability $1,000,000 Each Occurrence D Workers' Compensation and Statutory Limits Employers Liability CE‐200,C‐105.2,orSI~12
E Disability Benefits Statutory Limits CE‐200/ DB‐120.1, DB‐820/829orDB‐155
LORA A. ALLEN SCHEDULE G Commissioner (716)438‐4041 (716) 438‐4054 Fax
NIAGARA COUNTY JENNIFER A. SANDONATO
BOARD OF ELECTIONS Commissioner
Ill MAIN STREET SUITE 100 (716)438‐4040 LOCKPORT, NEW YORK 14094‐3791 (716) 438‐4054 Fax
Name of entity requesting usage? Niagara Falls Board of Education What is the date of your election? May 18, 2021 What type of voting machines will be requested and how many? Image Cast Precinct (scanner only device) Quantity 24 (23 +1 for training) How many polling sites do you use? 23 (22 plus 1 extra Maple Ave School) Please list sites below: (Attach additional sheet if necessary) ATTACHED
Will you be requesting use of any of the following items? If so, how many will be needed? Metal Voting booths (regular) Quantity 46 Metal Voting booths (handicap) Quantity 23 Table Top Voting booths Quantity 23
Will you be requiring the Board of Elections to read memory cards to confirm election night results which replaces recanvassing?
Yes || No x
If yes/ one memory card must be removed from the voting machine on election night and delivered to the Board of Elections on the following day. Also please inc. in contract Board of Elections provide training May 17,2021.
SCHEDULE a
2021 POLLING PIACES arc SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE avf OF NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y.
SCHOOL ELECTION DISTRICT
SCHOOL ELECTION LEGISLATIVE ELECTION DISTRICT DISTRICT DISTRICT 1 3rd *1, 11 Board of Education Admin. Bldg. 630 – 66th Street
2 *2 , 3 St. John DeLaSalle 8469 Buffalo Ave.
3 *4 , 8, 13 Grace Lutheran Church 736 Cayuga Dr.
4 *5 LaSalle Senior Citizens Ctr. 9501 Colvin Blvd.
5 *6 , 7 Geraldine J. Mann School 1330 – 95th Street
6 *9 , 10 79th Street School 551 – 79th Street
7 *12 Community Education Center 6040 Lindbergh Ave.
8 4th *1 St. John AME Church 917 Garden Ave.
9 *2 , 4 V.F.W. Post 917 2435 Seneca Ave.
10 *3 Wrobel Towers 800 Niagara Ave.
11 *5 , 6 Niagara Falls Public Library 1425 Main Street
12 *7 , 8 Niagara Arts & Cultural Ctr. 1201 Pine Ave.
13 5th *1 , 2, 3 Maple Avenue School 952 Maple Ave.
14 *4 Spallino Towers 720 Tenth Street
15 *5 , 6 John Duke Senior Citizens Ctr. 1201 Hyde Park Blvd.
16 6th *1 Hyde Park School 1620 Hyde Park Blvd.
17 *2 Gaskill Prep School 910 Hyde Park Blvd.
18 *3 , 4 , 8 Cristoforo Columbo Society 2223 Pine Ave.
19 *5 City Hall 745 Main Street
20 *6 , 7 Niagara Street School 2513 Niagara Street
21 *9 Packard Court Center 4300 Pine Ave.
22 *10 LaSalle Prep School 7436 Buffalo Ave.
SCHEDULE D
Niagara County Board of Elections Ballot Programming Timeline
Vendor Approve ballot/ must receive written approval (faxes are acceptable) Order test & live ballots From printer deliver ballot return information questionnaire return signed agreement to BOE custodians to set send agreement up machines for elections to school board at NCBOE warehouse send agreement to county attorney Send agreement to approve copy county attorney agreement goes delivery/return before Legislature of voting machines send questionnaire for approval burn election files to vendor onto memory cards send PDF of ballot to printer
Board of Program proofing ballots Elections
Depending on the size of the ballot and the number of machines being used, this timeline may take up to 6 weeks for completion. Please contact the Board of Elections for further details.
6.05 Approval of Appointment of Voting Machine Custodians for 2021 (SG 4) RESOLVED, That the Niagara Falls Board of Education appoint as Voting Machine Custodians for 2021 the following four people:
Ann Marie Hauptner, Head 628 Chestnut Avenue Niagara Falls, NY 14305
Dale Boos 301 Main Street Youngstown 14174
Sami Grawe 762 4th St Niagara Falls, NY 14301
John L. Sczepczenski 1246 89th St. Niagara Falls, NY 14304
RESOLVED, That Head Voting Machine Custodian Ann Marie Hauptner be paid $600.00 for her services, and therefore, be it RESOLVED, That Voting Machine Custodians John Sczepczenski, David Tothill, and Amber Hill Donhauser each be paid $450.00 for their services, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That Head Voting Machine Custodian Ann Marie Hauptner is authorized, if needed, to assist the District Clerk at workshops to be held for election inspectors on Tuesday, May 18, 2021, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That Head Voting Machine Custodian Ann Marie Hauptner be compensated $25.00 for each workshop. Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Nicholas Vilardo. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Items 6.06 through 6.08 taken together. 6.06 Approval of Filing of Proposed District Code of Conduct, as Amended, for Public Comment and Notice of Public Hearing (May 6, 2021) (SG 1, 2) RESOLVED that the Board of Education receive the Code of Conduct, as amended, and be it further RESOLVED, that the Code of Conduct, as amended, be filed in the District Clerk's office for public comment on April 23, 2021, and remain on file for at least 30 days prior to approval by the Board; and be it further RESOLVED, that a public hearing be held on May 6, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. at the District Administration Building, 630‐66th Street, Niagara Falls, New York, immediately prior to the regular scheduled Board meeting for participation of school personnel, parents, students, and other interested parties, provided such public hearing could be held in accordance with all the Emergency Declarations of the President of the United States and/or the Governor of New York, otherwise such public hearing will be dispensed with to the extent permitted by the law and/or Emergency Declarations; and be it further RESOLVED, that the President of the Board and the District Clerk are hereby directed to prepare such notice(s) as required and necessary to advise the public of the availability of the proposed Code of Conduct in the District Clerk's office as of April 23, 2021, for public comment for a period of at least 30 days prior to its adoption and the public hearing as required by law scheduled for May 6, 2021, all as provided in this Resolution; and to do any and all actions necessary to effectuate the purpose of this Resolution. 6.07 Approval of Filing Of Summary of Building‐Level School Safety Plans as Amended, For Public Comment and Notice of Public Hearing (May 6, 2021) (SG 1, 2) RESOLVED that the Board of Education accept the Building‐Level School Safety Plans, as amended, and submitted by the Building‐Level School Safety Teams for the respective schools, and be it further RESOLVED, that a summary of the Building‐Level School Safety Plans, as amended, be filed in the District Clerk's office for public comment on May 6, 2021, and remain on file for at least 30 days prior to approval by the Board; and be it further RESOLVED, that a public hearing be held on May 6, 2021, at 6:30 p.m. at the District Administration Building, 630‐66th Street, Niagara Falls, New York, immediately prior to the regular scheduled Board meeting for participation of school personnel, parents, students, and other interested parties; and be it further RESOLVED, that the President of the Board and the District Clerk are hereby directed to prepare such notice(s) as required and necessary to advise the public of the availability of the Summary of the Building‐Level School Safety Plans, as amended, in the District Clerk's office as of April 23, 2021, for public comment for a period of at least 30 days prior to its adoption and the public hearing as required by law scheduled for May 6, 2021, all as provided in this Resolution; and to do any and all actions necessary to effectuate the purpose of this Resolution.
6.08 Approval of Filing Of Proposed Comprehensive District‐Wide School Safety Plan, as Amended, For Public Comment and Notice of Public Hearing (May 6, 2021) (SG 1, 2)
RESOLVED that the Board of Education receive the Comprehensive District‐Wide School Safety Plan, as amended, anticipated to be filed by the District‐Wide School Safety team, and be it further RESOLVED, that the Comprehensive District‐Wide School Safety Plan, as amended, be filed in the District Clerk's office for public comment on May 6, 2021, and remain on file for at least 30 days prior to approval by the Board; and be it further RESOLVED, that a public hearing be held on May 6, 2021, at 6:30 p.m. at the District Administration Building, 630‐66th Street, Niagara Falls, New York, immediately prior to the regular scheduled Board meeting for participation of school personnel, parents, students, and other interested parties; and be it further RESOLVED, that the President of the Board and the District Clerk are hereby directed to prepare such notice(s) as required and necessary to advise the public of the availability of the proposed Comprehensive District‐ Wide School Safety Plan, as amended, in the District Clerk's office as of April 23, 2021, for public comment for a period of at least 30 days prior to its adoption and the public hearing as required by law scheduled for May 6, 2021, all as provided in this Resolution; and to do any and all actions necessary to effectuate the purpose of this Resolution.
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Anthony F Paretto. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Items 6.09 and 6.10 taken together. 6.09 Approval of 2020‐2021 Health Service Fees for Non‐Resident Private and Parochial Students (SG 3) RESOLVED, That the 2020‐2021 health service fee for non‐resident private and parochial school students be established at the rate of $546.62 therefore, be it. RESOLVED, That the attached contract be approved to be used when billing each school district.
CONTRACT FOR HEALTH AND WELFARE SERVICES
THIS AGREEMENT made in duplicate_____day of ______, 20____by and between the Board of Education of ______as trustee(s) of ______, Country of ______of ______,N.Y., party of the first part, and the Board of Education of the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls as trustee of the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls, County of Niagara, N.Y., party of the second part. WITNESSETH, That whereas party of the first part has been duly empowered by the provisions of Section 912 of the Education Law to enter into a contract for the purpose of providing health and welfare services for children residing in said school district and attending non‐public schools in the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls, County of the Niagara, N.Y., to begin______, 2020 and to end June 30th, 2021. Now, therefore, the said party of the first part hereby agrees to pay the party of the second part the sum of $______for health and welfare services to be provided under Section 912 of the Education Law for approximately______children residing in the District of ______County Of______N.Y., and attending non‐public schools in the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls, County of Niagara, N.Y. And the party of the second part agrees with the part of the first part as follows: 1. That the Health and Welfare Services provided under Section 912 shall consist of the following: Physician Services Nurse Services School Psychologist Services School Social Work Services School Speech and Hearing Services
Such services may include, but not limited to all services performed by a physician, nurse, school psychologist, school social worker or school speech therapist, and may also include vision and hearing test, taking of medical histories, and the administration of health screening test, and maintenance of cumulative health records and the administration of emergency care programs for all or included pupils. 2. The party of the second part will also furnish the following equipment to be used in providing such services if requested by the authorities in charge of the non‐public school: Supplies and equipment for use by physician, school nurse, psychologist, social worker and speech therapist (i.e. scales, vision and hearing testing devices, health record forms, first aid supplies, an all other readily transportable equipment and supplies pertaining to delivery of services). It is expressly agreed by and between the parties hereto that the services agreed under this contract shall not include any teaching service. It is mutually agreed that this contract shall not become valid and binding upon either party thereto until the same shall be approved by the (District) Superintendent of Schools
APPROVAL OF SUPERINTENDENT
I have examined the above contract and hereby approve the same.
______Date Superintendent of Schools
Party of the Second Part:
______Date Superintendent of Schools City School District of the City of Niagara Falls
6.10 Approval of the Corrective Action Plan (CAP) In Response to The District Internal Audit Report for the Fiscal Year 2019‐2020 (SG 2) RESOLVED, that the Board of Education affirm and approve the CAP attached hereto, and
RESOLVED, that said CAP be forwarded to the NYSED.
April 22, 2021 Niagara Falls City School District Report of Examination Independent Internal Audit Reports February 2021 Corrective Action Plan
FOOD SERVICES REIMBURSEMENT PROCESS OBSERVATION: Manual Collection of Meal Counts
Cause:
One of the areas that resulted in a change of process due to the pandemic was the collection of daily meal totals. Historically the students would key in their student ID and the program totals would be automatically collected through the point‐of‐sale system (Primero). However, the system is not currently set‐up to collect both in‐school and pick‐up information. Additionally, health concerns related to the keying of Student ID’s and the potential spread of covid‐19 through the keypad were determined on the Primero system is not currently being used. Furthermore, because the pick‐up locations are not near the cafeteria facility, use of the Primero system is not available.
Audit Recommendation:
Due to the manual nature of the current process, this could lead to mistakes or misreporting. When operations return to “normal” the previous process of using the Primero point of sale system will be reinstituted and this issue will be eliminated. If the manual process continues beyond the current school year, the NFCSD should evaluate possible options for long‐term consideration. Until that time, we are not making any recommendations for this issue because we believe it to be temporary and not requiring a recommendation, however we wanted to bring awareness to this concern.
Implementation Plan of Action(s): The District plans to resume in‐person instruction for all students for the 2021/22 academic year. There will be no pick‐up points of distribution at the school buildings as there was during the pandemic. This will eliminate the manual record keeping of meal distribution and mitigate potential errors inherent in the manual process. The Primero point‐of‐sale system will be used at all school buildings.
Implementation Date: 2021‐2022 academic year and ongoing. Person(s) Responsible for Implementation:
Those responsible for the oversight will include the Food Service Administrator, and the Administrator for School District Business Services.
FOOD SERVICES REIMBURSEMENT PROCESS OBSERVATION: Support and Backup Strategies for Food Services Administration Personnel Cause:
Upon observing the distribution of meals and the collection of data at the site locations, it was very evident the Food Services Administrator is backfilling for personnel shortages at locations and performing many additional operational functions (daily challenges exist related to staffing fulfillment especially during covid‐19 testing and quarantining requirements).
Audit Recommendation:
A key to strong internal controls is having an infrastructure with a sufficient backup‐up plan if personnel require assistance or are unable to perform their functions. Additionally, work schedules should allow all staff to exercise use of personnel time off (PTO) to reduce work stress and ensure operational processes and internal controls are effective. This area should be reviewed by the NFCSD for consideration of a more robust support and back‐up strategy for the Food Services Administration.
Implementation Plan of Action(s):
The Food Services Administrator will assign administrative and production related tasks to staff members based on skill, position, and location in the event of his or her absence. District to review staff levels to determine hiring need for upcoming academic year. Pandemic related staff shortages are expected to diminish and will reduce use of FSA time on operational functions.
Implementation Date:
Immediately, task distribution list is being established and oversight to be on‐going. Person(s) Responsible for Implementation: Those responsible for the oversight will include the Administrator for School Business Services and Food Service Administrator. These plans were approved by the Board of Education of the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls at their meeting of April 22. 2021.
Signed:
______Joseph A. Giarrizzo Date Administrator for School Business Services
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Anthony F Paretto. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn Prior to the vote on 6.11, Mr. Laurrie shared an email from a teacher who expressed her deep appreciation of the diversity training being provided by the NFJC of WNY, Inc. 6.11 Approval of Professional Development Contract with the National Federation of Just Communities of WNY, Inc. (SG 1) RESOLVED, That the Contract for delivery of consulting services between the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls, and National Federation of Just Communities of WNY, Inc. be and is hereby approved; and RESOLVED, That the agreed upon fee for the period April 14, 2021 through May 31, 2021 is not to exceed $21,600; and RESOLVED, That the Contract is subject to such modifications as the Superintendent and School District Attorney deem appropriate, and be it further RESOLVED, That the President of the Niagara Falls Board of Education be authorized to execute said Contract; and RESOLVED, That the District Clerk be directed to obtain the signature of the President of the Board. CONTRACT FOR SERVICES BY INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR
THIS AGREEMENT, made this 22nd day of April, 2021, by and between the CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS, 630‐66th Street, Niagara Falls, New York 14304, (hereinafter “District”) and the National Federation of Just Communities of WNY, Inc. (hereinafter NFJC)
WITNESSETH:
IN CONSIDERATION OF the provisions and mutual covenants hereinafter set forth, the parties do hereby MUTUALLY AGREE as follows: 1. Engagement of Name. The District hereby engages NFJC as an independent contractor to render to the District the services, and the NFJC hereby accepts such engagement, upon and subject to the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth. 2. Professional services and duties of the Name: The NFJC shall provide and render to the District the following services: a) Professional Development to develop diversity awareness and creation of an inclusive District environment, for certificated and noncertificated staff, to include twelve sessions (2 per day on 6 successive Wednesdays). All of the functions will be performed under the direction of the Superintendent and/or his designee. The NFJC shall possess a thorough knowledge and ability to carry out the requirements of this service contract. 3. Relationship Between the Parties. The NFJC shall not be an employee of the District. The NFJC is engaged by the District only for the purposes and to the extent set forth in this Agreement and their relationship to the District during the term of this agreement shall be solely and exclusively that of a contractor to perform only the services herein before expressly set forth in the exclusive capacity of an independent contractor only and in no event as servant or employee. 4. Compensation to the NFJC. Upon receipt of a payment invoice, the District shall pay to the NFJC for its services hereunder a sum not to exceed $21,600. A payment check payable to the order of the NFJC shall be deemed full payment to, and acquittance by the NFJC. 5. Indemnification. To the fullest extent permitted by law, the NFJC shall indemnify and hold harmless the District, its agents, servants, and/or employees from and against any and all costs, losses, and damages arising out of the performance of its services under this Agreement excepting, however, the negligent acts or omissions of the District, it’s agents, servants and/or employees. 6. Taxes and Insurances. The NFJC and/or its subcontractor shall maintain general liability insurance in amounts acceptable to the District. All policies shall name the District as additional party insured. The NFJC is responsible for all withholding taxes, insurance, unemployment, and Worker’s Compensation insurance as required by law. Certificates of insurance shall be filed with District prior to the commencement of services and after each renewal date of the policies listed on the certificates. The certificates shall contain provision that coverage afforded under the policies will not be canceled until at least thirty days prior written notice is given to the District. 7. Term of Contract. This Contract shall be effective from April 14, 2021 through May 31, 2021 provided however, that either party may at any given time terminate this Contract in all respects by giving to the other party thirty days advance written notice of its election to terminate the same. 8. Assignment: The services to be rendered by the NFJC under this Agreement are unique and personal. Accordingly, the NFJC shall not transfer or assign and/or subcontract any of the rights or delegate any of the duties or obligations under this Agreement without the prior written consent of the District and any attempted such transfer, assignment delegation and/or subcontracting without such written consent shall be void. 9. Entire Agreement. This Agreement contains the entire agreement of the parties and may be modified or amended only in writing duly subscribed by the parties. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement on the date and year first above written.
National Federation for Just Communities Of WNY, Inc. Marc Rummenie, Program Director City School District Of City Of Niagara Falls – James Cancemi
President, Board of Education
STATE OF NEW YORK ) ) ss: COUNTY OF NIAGARA )
On this ______day of ______2021, before me, the undersigned, a Notary Public in and for the State of New York, personally appeared , , to me known or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the individual whose name is subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he/she executed the same in his capacity, and that by his/her signature on the instrument, the individual, or the person upon behalf of the individual acted, executed the instrument.
______Notary Public
STATE OF NEW YORK ) ) ss: COUNTY OF NIAGARA )
On this ______day of ______2021, before me, the undersigned, a Notary Public in and for the State of New York, personally appeared James Cancemi, President of the Board of Education of the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls, New York, to me known or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the individual whose name is subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he executed the same in his capacity, and that by his signature on the instrument, the individual, or the person upon behalf of the individual acted, executed the instrument.
______Notary Public Motion by Rob Bilson, second by Anthony F Paretto. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Items taken together 6.12 ‐ 6.13.
6.12 Approval of Extensions of Transportation Contracts and Contract Between The School District of the City of Niagara Falls, New York and Niagara Falls Coach Lines, Inc. for Transportation Services July 1, 2021 – August 31, 2025 (SG 1) RESOLVED, That the Board of Education hereby approves the extensions of the Transportation Contracts listed below, with the District’s current Contractor, Niagara Falls Coach Lines, Inc. for transportation services, for a period of five (5) years commencing July 1, 2021 and terminating August 31, 2025, at a cost not to exceed the 2020‐2021 contract costs together with an increase in an amount not to exceed the Consumer Price Index, as provided in the law, for the year 2021‐2022:
E/6/1/1/3/5/6D Summer School Regular E/6/1/1/3/5/7D Summer School Special Needs
and further RESOLVED, That such action is subject to the approval of the Commissioner of Education as provided by applicable provisions of New York State Education Law; and further RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approves the Contract between the District and Niagara Falls Coach Lines, Inc. providing for terms and conditions of performance required of Niagara Falls Coach Lines, Inc.; and further RESOLVED, That the President of the Board be authorized and directed to execute the extensions of the Transportation Contracts hereto attached and the Contract, subject to other terms and conditions as may be required by the School District Attorney; and RESOLVED, That the District Clerk be directed to obtain the signature of the President of the Board on the Transportation Contracts and the Contract.
TRANSPORTATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS and NIAGARA FALLS COACH LINES, INC.
This Agreement made the 23rd day of April 2020 by and between the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls, New York (“District”) and Niagara Falls Coach Lines, Inc. (“NFCL”). WHEREAS, Niagara Falls Coach Lines, Inc. has been providing services for transportation of District’s students pursuant to Contracts for Summer School; and WHEREAS, the District and NFCL desires to extend the Contracts for a period of five (5) years. NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the covenants and conditions herein contained the District and NFCL agree as follows: (1) The District agrees to extend contracts E|6|1|1|3|5|7D and E|6|1|1|3|5|6D, to commence July 1, 2021 and terminate August 31, 2025. (3) Niagara Falls Coach Lines, Inc. agrees to provide all services required to be performed by it pursuant to Contracts for Summer School Year 2021‐ 2025 and to indemnify the District for any damages resulting from the performance of such services and provide liability insurance naming the District as an additional party acceptable to the District. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have set their signatures and seals on the date first written above.
City School District of the City of Niagara Falls, New York
Niagara Falls Coach Lines, Inc. By ______By ______Mark Laurrie Name Superintendent of Schools
City School District of the City of Niagara Falls, New York
By ______Vincent A. Cancemi President of Board
6.13 Approval of Extensions of Transportation Contracts and Contract Between the School District of The City of Niagara Falls, New York and First Student, Inc. for Transportation Services July 1, 2021 – August 31, 2022 (SG 1) RESOLVED, That the Board of Education hereby approves the extensions of the Transportation Contracts listed below, with the District’s current Contractor, First Student, Inc. for transportation services, for a period of two (2) years commencing July 1, 2021 and terminating August 31, 2022, at a cost not to exceed the 2019‐2020 contract costs together with an increase in an amount not to exceed the Consumer Price Index, as provided in the law, for year 2020‐20 451S Summer School Out of District Transportation
452S Summer School Visually Challenged Transportation
454S Summer School Wheelchair Transportation
and further
RESOLVED, That such action is subject to the approval of the Commissioner of Education as provided by applicable provisions of New York State Education Law; and further RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approves the Contract between the District and First Student, Inc. providing for their agreement to the extension of all the Transportation Contracts and for other terms and conditions of performance required of First Student, Inc, a copy of which is attached; and further RESOLVED, That the President of the Board and the Superintendent of Schools as may be required, be and hereby are authorized to execute the extensions of the Transportation Contracts hereto attached and the Contract, subject to other terms and conditions as may be required by the Superintendent of Schools or School District Attorney; and RESOLVED, That the District Clerk be directed to obtain the required signatures of the President of the Board and the Superintendent as may be required on the Transportation Contracts and the Contract.
TRANSPORTATION CONTRACT BETWEEN NIAGARA FALLS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT and FIRST STUDENT, INC.
This Contract made the 24th day of January 2020 by and between the the City School District School of the City of Niagara Falls (“District”) and First Student, Inc. (“First Student”). WHEREAS, the First Student has been providing services for transportation of District’s students pursuant to Contracts 451S, 452S and 454S for Summer School and Contracts 451, 452, 453 and 454 for the Regular School Year, all scheduled to terminate August 31, 2020; and WHEREAS, the District and First Student desire to extend the Contracts for a period of two (2) years, to commence on September 1, 2020 and to terminate August 31, 2022 NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the covenants and conditions herein contained the District and First Student agree as follows: (1) The District and First Student agree to extend the Summer School Contracts Numbers 451S, 452S, and 454S for transportation of students during Summer School for a period of two (2) years to commence September 1, 2020 and terminate August 31, 2022. (2) The District and First Student agrees to extend the Regular School Year Contracts 451, 452, 453, and 454 for transportation of students during Regular School Year for a period of two (2) years to commence September 1, 2020 and to terminate August 31, 2022. (3) First Student agrees to provide all services required to be performed by it pursuant to Contracts 451S, 452S and 454S for Summer School and 451, 452, 453 and 454 for Regular School Years 2020‐2022 and to perform all conditions therein required for it to perform including but not limed to indemnifying the District for any damages resulting from the performance of such services and provide liability insurance naming the District as an additional party acceptable to the District. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have set their signatures and seals on the date first written above.
City School District of the City of Niagara Falls, New York First Student, Inc. By ______By ______Mark Laurrie Sean McCabe Superintendent of Schools Regional Manager
City School District of the City of Niagara Falls, New York
By ______Vincent J Cancemi President of Board
STATE OF NEW YORK: COUNTY OF NIAGARA: ss.:
On this _____ day of January, Two Thousand and Twenty, before me, the undersigned, a Notary Public in the said state, personally appeared, Mark Laurrie, personally known to me or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the individual whose name is subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that she executed the same in her capacity, and that by her signature on the instrument, the individual or the person upon behalf of which the individual acted, executed the instrument.
______Notary Public
STATE OF NEW YORK: COUNTY OF NIAGARA: ss.:
On this _____ day of January, Two Thousand and Twenty, before me, the undersigned, a Notary Public in the said state, personally appeared, Vincent J Cancemi, personally known to me or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the individual whose name is subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he executed the same in his capacity, and that by his signature on the instrument, the individual or the person upon behalf of which the individual acted, executed the instrument.
______Notary Public
STATE OF NEW YORK: COUNTY OF NIAGARA: ss.:
On this _____ day of January, Two Thousand and Twenty, before me, the undersigned, a Notary Public in the said state, personally appeared, ______, personally known to me or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the individual whose name is subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he executed the same in his capacity, and that by his signature on the instrument, the individual or the person upon behalf of which the individual acted, executed the instrument.
______Notary Public
Motion by Paul Kudela, second by Clara Dunn. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn Items 6.14 through 6.16 taken together. 6.14 Approval of Amendment to Contract between Buffalo Construction Consultants, Inc. serving as Construction Manager for the Stewardship Capital Project for the Demolition of the District Maintenance Garage Destroyed by Fire and to Oversee its Reconstruction and the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls (SG 3) RESOLVED, That the Board of Education hereby approves the amendment to “AIA C1032‐2009 Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner and Construction Manager as Advisor” dated September 19,2019 be amended for such services; and further RESOLVED, That the Agreement is subject to such other and further terms and conditions acceptable to the Superintendent and School District Attorney; and further RESOLVED, That the President of the Board be authorized and directed to execute such Agreement; and RESOLVED, That the District Clerk be directed to obtain the signature of the President of the Board on the Construction Management Agreement . Amendment No. 3 dated August 11. 2020, Revised March 8, 2021
Amendment No.3 is wriflen to the AlA C132-2009 "Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner and Construction Manager as Advisor", doted September 19, 2017 for the City School District or the City of Niagara Falls 2017 Capital Project. Amendment No. 3 includes the cost to provide preconstruction and construction management services associated with the demolition and reconstruction of the Niagara Falls CSD Maintenance Garage. The cost for these services is outlined on the attached le11er proposal for the Maintenance Garage demolition revised on August 11 . 2020, and the DPE/ Fee breakdown on the Maintenance Building reconstruction proposal. These management services will be provided in accordance with all requirements of the original contract.
BCC costs for Maintenance Garage demolition scope of work: $7.287 BCC costs for Maintenance Garage reconstruction scope of work: $88.247 Total cost Amendment No.3: $95,534 Please note: Amendment No. 3ls revised on March 8, 2021 , adjusting the lee amount based upon the sum of the actual construction contracts.
OWNER CONSTRUCTION MANAGER City School District of the City of Niagara Falls BuHalo Construction Consultants Inc.
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496 Kennedy Road Buffalo, New York 14227 716.302.4040 buffaloconstruct.com
6.15 Award of Bid, Contract 116 – Roofing Construction Stewardship Project Phase III Capital Project, Bid No. 13 for the 2020/2021 School Year (SG 3)
RESOLVED, That the Board of Education of the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls, New York award this bid to the lowest responsible bidder, Elmer W. Davis Inc., in accordance with all the specifications: Contract No. Contractor Amounts Contract 116 Elmer W. Davis Inc. $397,677.00 Contract 116 – Alternate #1 Elmer W. Davis Inc. $249,000.00 Contract 116 – Alternate #2 Elmer W. Davis $15,000.00 Total Award $661,677.00 6.16 Approval of Contract 116 – Roofing Construction Stewardship Project Phase III Capital Project, Bid No. 13 for the 2020/2021 School Year (SG 3)
RESOLVED, That the Board hereby approves Contract 116 – Roofing Construction Stewardship Project Phase III Capital Project, Bid No. 13 for the 2020/2021 School Year for the amount of $661,677.00, to Elmer W. Davis Inc. 1217 Clifford Avenue Rochester, NY 14214 and approves the Contract hereto attached, between the School District of the City of Niagara Falls and Elmer W. Davis Inc. 1217 Clifford Avenue Rochester, NY 14214 for the construction of the Project according the Contract Documents; and be it further RESOLVED, That the Contract is subject to such other and further terms and conditions that the Superintendent and School District Attorney may deem appropriate, and be it further RESOLVED, That the President of the Board be authorized and directed to execute attached Contract; and RESOLVED, That the District Clerk be directed to obtain the signature of the President of the Board. AGREEMENT made as of the «Twenty-Third» day of «April» in the year «Two Thousand Twenty-One» (In words, indicate day, month and year.)
BETWEEN the Owner: (Name, legal status, address and other information)
«City School District of Niagara Falls »« » «630 66th Street » «Niagara Falls, NY 14304 » «716-286-4211 » and the Contractor: (Name, legal status, address and other information)
«Elmer W. Davis, Inc. »« » «1217 Clifford Ave » «Rochester, NY 14621 » «585-546-2846 » for the following Project: (Name, location and detailed description)
«City School District of Niagara Falls Roof Replacement Henry J. Kalfas Elementary School » «1730 Beech Ave. » «Niagara Falls, NY 14305 716-286-4211 » «Contract C116 – Roof Construction »
The Construction Manager: (Name, legal status, address and other information)
«Buffalo Construction Consultants, Inc. »« » «496 Kennedy Road » «Buffalo, NY 14227 » «716-302-4040 »
The Architect: (Name, legal status, address and other information)
«Clark Patterson Lee »« «26 Mississippi Street, Suite 100 » «Buffalo, NY 14203 716-852-2100 » « »
The Owner and Contractor agree as follows. TABLE OF ARTICLES
1 THE CONTRACT DOCUMENTS
2 THE WORK OF THIS CONTRACT
3 DATE OF COMMENCEMENT AND SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION
4 CONTRACT SUM
5 PAYMENTS
6 DISPUTE RESOLUTION
7 TERMINATION OR SUSPENSION
8 MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS
9 ENUMERATION OF CONTRACT DOCUMENTS
10 INSURANCE AND BONDS
EXHIBIT A DETERMINATION OF THE COST OF THE WORK
ARTICLE 1 THE CONTRACT DOCUMENTS The Contract Documents consist of this Agreement, Conditions of the Contract (General, Supplementary and other Conditions), Drawings, Specifications, Addenda issued prior to execution of this Agreement, other documents listed in this Agreement and Modifications issued after execution of this Agreement, all of which form the Contract, and are as fully a part of the Contract as if attached to this Agreement or repeated herein. The Contract represents the entire and integrated agreement between the parties hereto and supersedes prior negotiations, representations or agreements, either written or oral. An enumeration of the Contract Documents, other than Modifications, appears in Article 9.
ARTICLE 2 THE WORK OF THIS CONTRACT The Contractor shall fully execute the Work described in the Contract Documents, except as specifically indicated in the Contract Documents to be the responsibility of others.
ARTICLE 3 DATE OF COMMENCEMENT AND SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION § 3.1 The date of commencement of the Work shall be the date of this Agreement unless a different date is stated below or provision is made for the date to be fixed in a notice to proceed issued by the Owner. (Insert the date of commencement, if it differs from the date of this Agreement or, if applicable, state that the date will be fixed in a notice to proceed.)
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If, prior to the commencement of the Work, the Owner requires time to file mortgages, mechanics’ liens and other security interests, the Owner’s time requirement shall be as follows:
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§ 3.2 The Contract Time shall be measured from the date of commencement.
§ 3.3 The Contractor shall achieve Substantial Completion of the entire Work not later than « » ( « » ) days from the date of commencement, or as follows: (Insert number of calendar days. Alternatively, a calendar date may be used when coordinated with the date of commencement. If appropriate, insert requirements for earlier Substantial Completion of certain portions of the Work.)
«Refer to Bid Schedule Dated February 10th, 2021 and Milestone Dates listed in Specification Section 01 1200.»
Substantial Completion Date «September 3rd, 2021»
, subject to adjustments of this Contract Time as provided in the Contract Documents. (Insert provisions, if any, for liquidated damages relating to failure to achieve Substantial Completion on time or for bonus payments for early completion of the Work.)
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ARTICLE 4 CONTRACT SUM § 4.1 The Owner shall pay the Contractor the Contract Sum in current funds for the Contractor’s performance of the Contract. The Contract Sum shall be one of the following: (Check the appropriate box.)
[ «X» ] Stipulated Sum, in accordance with Section 4.2 below
[ « » ] Cost of the Work plus the Contractor’s Fee without a Guaranteed Maximum Price, in accordance with Section 4.3 below
[ « » ] Cost of the Work plus the Contractor’s Fee with a Guaranteed Maximum Price, in accordance with Section 4.4 below
(Based on the selection above, complete Section 4.2, 4.3 or 4.4 below. Based on the selection above, also complete either Section 5.1.4, 5.1.5 or 5.1.6 below.)
§ 4.2 Stipulated Sum § 4.2.1 The Stipulated Sum shall be «Six Hundred, Sixty-One Thousand and Six Hundred Seventy-Seventy Dollars» ($ «661,677.00»), subject to additions and deletions as provided in the Contract Documents.
§ 4.2.2 The Stipulated Sum is based on the following alternates, if any, which are described in the Contract Documents and are hereby accepted by the Owner: (State the numbers or other identification of accepted alternates. If the bidding or proposal documents permit the Owner to accept other alternates subsequent to the execution of this Agreement, attach a schedule of such other alternates showing the amount for each and the date when that amount expires.)
«Alternate #1: B.1-B.5 Roof Replacement» «Alternate #2: C.1-C.2 Roof Edge Reinforcement»
§ 4.2.3 Unit prices, if any: (Identify and state the unit price, and state the quantity limitations, if any, to which the unit price will be applicable.)
Item Price per Unit ($0.00) «RC-1: Repair Deteriorating Concrete Roof Deck» «Add $140.00SF» «RC-2: Wet Insulation Replacement» «Add $6.50SF»
§ 4.2.4 Allowances included in the Stipulated Sum, if any: (Identify allowance and state exclusions, if any, from the allowance price.)
Item Allowance «Allowance RC-1: Owner Instructions» «$20,000.00» «Allowance RC-2: Contingency Unforeseen» «$10,000.00»
§ 4.3 Cost of the Work Plus Contractor’s Fee without a Guaranteed Maximum Price – Not Applicable
§ 4.4 Cost of the Work Plus Contractor’s Fee with a Guaranteed Maximum Price – Not Applicable
§ 4.4.7 Guaranteed Maximum Price – Not Applicable
ARTICLE 5 PAYMENTS § 5.1 Progress Payments § 5.1.1 Based upon Applications for Payment submitted to the Construction Manager by the Contractor, and upon certification of the Project Application and Project Certificate for Payment or Application for Payment and Certificate for Payment by the Construction Manager and Architect and issuance by the Architect, the Owner shall make progress payments on account of the Contract Sum to the Contractor as provided below and elsewhere in the Contract Documents.
§ 5.1.2 The period covered by each Application for Payment shall be one calendar month ending on the last day of the month, or as follows:
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§ 5.1.3 Provided that an Application for Payment is received by the Construction Manager not later than the «27th» day of a month, the Owner shall make payment of the certified amount in the Application for Payment to the Contractor not later than the «30th» day of the «following» month. If an Application for Payment is received by the Construction Manager after the application date fixed above, payment shall be made by the Owner not later than «forty-five» («45») days after the Construction Manager receives the Application for Payment. (Federal, state or local laws may require payment within a certain period of time.)
§ 5.1.4 Progress Payments Where the Contract Sum is Based on a Stipulated Sum § 5.1.4.1 Each Application for Payment shall be based on the most recent schedule of values submitted by the Contractor in accordance with the Contract Documents. The schedule of values shall allocate the entire Contract Sum among the various portions of the Work and be prepared in such form and supported by such data to substantiate its accuracy as the Construction Manager and Architect may require. This schedule, unless objected to by the Construction Manager or Architect, shall be used as a basis for reviewing the Contractor’s Applications for Payment.
§ 5.1.4.2 Applications for Payment shall show the percentage of completion of each portion of the Work as of the end of the period covered by the Application for Payment.
§ 5.1.4.3 Subject to the provisions of the Contract Documents, the amount of each progress payment shall be computed as follows: .1 Take that portion of the Contract Sum properly allocable to completed Work as determined by multiplying the percentage completion of each portion of the Work by the share of the total Contract Sum allocated to that portion of the Work in the schedule of values, less retainage of «five» percent («5» %). Pending final determination of cost to the Owner of changes in the Work, amounts not in dispute may be included as provided in Section 7.3.9 of the General Conditions; .2 Add that portion of the Contract Sum properly allocable to materials and equipment delivered and suitably stored at the site for subsequent incorporation in the completed construction (or, if approved in advance by the Owner, suitably stored off the site at a location agreed upon in writing), less retainage of «five» percent ( «5» %); .3 Subtract the aggregate of previous payments made by the Owner; and .4 Subtract amounts, if any, for which the Construction Manager or Architect has withheld or nullified a Certificate for Payment as provided in Section 9.5 of the General Conditions.
§ 5.1.4.4 The progress payment amount determined in accordance with Section 5.1.4.3 shall be further modified under the following circumstances: .1 Add, upon Substantial Completion of the Work, a sum sufficient to increase the total payments to «ninety-five» percent ( «95» %) of the Contract Sum, less such amounts as the Construction Manager recommends and the Architect determines for incomplete Work and unsettled claims; and .2 Add, if final completion of the Work is thereafter materially delayed through no fault of the Contractor, any additional amounts payable in accordance with Section 9.10.3 of the General Conditions.
§ 5.1.4.5 Reduction or limitation of retainage, if any, shall be as follows: (If it is intended, prior to Substantial Completion of the entire Work, to reduce or limit the retainage resulting from the percentages inserted in Sections 5.1.4.3.1 and 5.1.4.3.2 above, and this is not explained elsewhere in the Contract Documents, insert here provisions for such reduction or limitation.)
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§ 5.1.5 Progress Payments Where the Contract Sum is Based on the Cost of the Work without a Guaranteed Maximum Price – Not Applicable
§ 5.1.6 Progress Payments Where the Contract Sum is Based on the Cost of the Work with a Guaranteed Maximum Price – Not Applicable
§ 5.2 Final Payment § 5.2.1 Final payment, constituting the entire unpaid balance of the Contract Sum, shall be made by the Owner to the Contractor when .1 the Contractor has fully performed the Contract except for the Contractor’s responsibility to correct Work as provided in Section 12.2 of AIA Document A232–2009, and to satisfy other requirements, if any, which extend beyond final payment; .2 the Contractor has submitted a final accounting for the Cost of the Work, pursuant to Exhibit A, Determination of the Cost of the Work when payment is on the basis of the Cost of the Work, with or without a Guaranteed Maximum payment; and .3 a final Certificate for Payment or Project Certificate for Payment has been issued by the Architect; such final payment shall be made by the Owner not more than 30 days after the issuance of the final Certificate for Payment or Project Certificate for Payment, or as follows:
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ARTICLE 6 DISPUTE RESOLUTION § 6.1 Initial Decision Maker The Architect will serve as Initial Decision Maker pursuant to Section 15.2 of AIA Document A232–2009, unless the parties appoint below another individual, not a party to this Agreement, to serve as Initial Decision Maker. (If the parties mutually agree, insert the name, address and other contact information of the Initial Decision Maker, if other than the Architect.)
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§ 6.2 Binding Dispute Resolution For any Claim subject to, but not resolved by, mediation pursuant to Section 15.3 of AIA Document A232–2009, the method of binding dispute resolution shall be as follows: (Check the appropriate box. If the Owner and Contractor do not select a method of binding dispute resolution below, or do not subsequently agree in writing to a binding dispute resolution method other than litigation, Claims will be resolved by litigation in a court of competent jurisdiction.)
[ « » ] Arbitration pursuant to Section 15.4 of AIA Document A232–2009.
[ «X» ] Litigation in a court of competent jurisdiction.
[ « » ] Other: (Specify)
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ARTICLE 7 TERMINATION OR SUSPENSION § 7.1 Where the Contract Sum is a Stipulated Sum § 7.1.1 The Contract may be terminated by the Owner or the Contractor as provided in Article 14 of AIA Document A232– 2009.
§ 7.1.2 The Work may be suspended by the Owner as provided in Article 14 of AIA Document A232–2009.
§ 7.2 Where the Contract Sum is Based on the Cost of the Work with or without a Guaranteed Maximum Price – Not Applicable
ARTICLE 8 MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS § 8.1 Where reference is made in this Agreement to a provision of AIA Document A232–2009 or another Contract Document, the reference refers to that provision as amended or supplemented by other provisions of the Contract Documents.
§ 8.2 Payments due and unpaid under the Contract shall bear interest from the date payment is due at the rate stated below, or in the absence thereof, at the legal rate prevailing from time to time at the place where the Project is located. (Insert rate of interest agreed upon, if any.)
«0» % «Zero»
§ 8.3 The Owner’s representative: (Name, address and other information)
«Mark Laurrie» «Superintendent of Schools; or his designee» «City School District of Niagara Falls » «630 66th Street» «Niagara Falls, NY 14304» «716-286-4211 » « »
§ 8.4 The Contractor’s representative: (Name, address and other information)
«Stephen Muhs» «Vice President» «Elmer W. Davis, Inc.» «1217 Clifford Avenue» «Rochester, NY 14621» «585-546-2846 »
§ 8.5 Neither the Owner’s nor the Contractor’s representative shall be changed without ten days written notice to the other party.
§ 8.6 Other provisions:
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ARTICLE 9 ENUMERATION OF CONTRACT DOCUMENTS § 9.1 The Contract Documents, except for Modifications issued after execution of this Agreement, are enumerated in the sections below.
§ 9.1.1 The Agreement is this executed AIA Document A132–2009, Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner and Contractor, Construction Manager as Adviser Edition.
§ 9.1.2 The General Conditions are AIA Document A232–2009, General Conditions of the Contract for Construction, Construction Manager as Adviser Edition.
§ 9.1.3 The Supplementary and other Conditions of the Contract:
Document Title Date Pages N/A
§ 9.1.4 The Specifications: (Either list the Specifications here or refer to an exhibit attached to this Agreement.) «Exhibit A – Enumeration of Contract Documents Dated February 16th, 2021»
Section Title Date Pages N/A
§ 9.1.5 The Drawings: (Either list the Drawings here or refer to an exhibit attached to this Agreement.) «Exhibit A – Enumeration of Contract Documents Dated February 16th, 2021»
Number Title Date N/A
§ 9.1.6 The Addenda, if any:
Number Date «Addendum No. 1» «March 8, 2021»
Portions of Addenda relating to bidding requirements are not part of the Contract Documents unless the bidding requirements are also enumerated in this Article 9.
ARTICLE 10 INSURANCE AND BONDS The Contractor shall purchase and maintain insurance and provide bonds as set forth in Article 11 of AIA Document A232– 2009. (State bonding requirements, if any, and limits of liability for insurance required in Article 11 of AIA Document A232–2009.)
Type of Insurance or Bond Limit of Liability or Bond Amount ($0.00) See Project Specification Manual
This Agreement is entered into as of the day and year first written above.
OWNER (Signature) CONTRACTOR (Signature) « »« » «Stephen Muhs» «Vice President» (Printed name and title) (Printed name and title)
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Clara Dunn. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Items taken together 6.17 ‐ 6.22
6.17 Approval of Payment No. 1 to CamCo General Contracting Inc. for General Contractor Work, Contract #112, for the Reconstruction of the Maintenance Garage (SG 3)
RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approves the payment of $67,887.50 to CamCo General Contracting Inc., 10994 Tinkham Rd Darien, NY 14040 in accordance with the Application and Certificate for Payment #1; and further RESOLVED, That the appropriation be expended from the General Fund and submitted as a claim for reimbursement through the School District’s insurance company, NYSIR. 6.18 Approval of Payment No. 1 to MLP Plumbing & Mechanical Inc. For Plumbing Work, Contract #113, for the Reconstruction of the Maintenance Garage (SG 3) RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approves the payment of $43,771.70 to MLP Plumbing & Mechanical
Inc, 3198 Union Rd. Cheektowaga, NY 14227 in accordance with the Application and Certificate for Payment #1; and further RESOLVED, That the appropriation be expended from the General Fund and submitted as a claim for reimbursement through the School District’s insurance company, NYSIR.
6.19 Approval of Payment No. 1 to Mollenberg‐Betz, Inc. For Mechanical / HVAC Work, Contract #114, for the Reconstruction of the Maintenance Garage (SG 3)
RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approves the payment of $9,850.00 to Mollenberg‐Betz Inc., 300 Scott St. Buffalo, NY 14201 in accordance with the Application and Certificate for Payment #1; and further RESOLVED, That the appropriation be expended from the General Fund and submitted as a claim for reimbursement through the School District’s insurance company, NYSIR. 6.20 Approval of Payment No. 1 to Ferguson Electric Construction Co., Inc. For Electrical Work, Contract #115, for the Reconstruction of the Maintenance Garage (SG 3)
RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approves the payment of $5,000.00 to Ferguson Electric Co., Inc. 333 Ellicott St. Buffalo, NY 14203 in accordance with the Application and Certificate for Payment #1; and further RESOLVED, That the appropriation be expended from the General Fund and submitted as a claim for reimbursement through the School District’s insurance company, NYSIR.
6.21 Approval of Payment No. 12 to Scrufari Construction Co, LLC. For General Contractor Work, Contract #106, for the Stewardship Capital Project (SG 3)
RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approves the payment of $105,601.88 to Scrufari Construction Co LLC, 3925 Hyde Park Blvd Niagara Falls, NY 14305 in accordance with the Application and Certificate for Payment #12; and further RESOLVED, That the appropriation be expended from the Capital Fund and submitted as a claim for State Aid reimbursement according to the State formula for school buildings. 6.22 Approval of Payment No. 13 to Johnson Controls Inc. For Temperature Control Work, Contract #111, for The Stewardship Capital Project (SG 3)
RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approves the payment of $16,418.00 to Johnson Controls Inc. 130 John Muir Drive, Suite 100 Amherst, NY 14228 in accordance with the Application and Certificate for Payment #13; and further RESOLVED, That the appropriation be expended from the Capital Fund and submitted as a claim for State Aid reimbursement according to the State formula for school buildings.
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Paul Kudela. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Motion to add item 6.23 to agenda: Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Rob Bilson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn 6.23 Approval of Resolution Requesting That the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Suspend its Review of the Project Air Permit Application, or in the Alternative, Extend the Public Comment Period (SG 2, 4)
RESOLVED, that the District requests that the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation suspend its review of the project air permit application, or in the alternative, extend the public comment period until July 2, 2021 in order to give all parties time to resolve confusion about the project applications and then prepare comments, accordingly; and be it further RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution be sent to NYSDEC Region 9 ‐ Permit Administration before May 3, 2021, with a copy to the City of Niagara Falls, the Town of Niagara, the Niagara County Legislature, Niagara University, Congressman Brian Higgins, State Senator Rob Ortt and New York State Assemblyman Angelo Morinello with the request they support these District requests of NYSDEC.
Certificate of Clerk
I, JUDITH M. GLASER, Clerk of the Board of Education of the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls, New York, DO HEREBY CERTIFY that the aforementioned resolution requesting that the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation suspend its review of the project air permit application, or in the alternative, extend the public comment period on the 22nd day of April, 2021, and of the whole thereof, and that the said resolution remains in full force and effect.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto affixed the seal of said School District and subscribed this certificate on the 22nd day of April, 2021.
Seal Judith M. Glaser, District Clerk
Motion by Paul Kudela, second by Clara Dunn. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn 7. Review of the Proposed Policy(ies)
7.01 None
8. Information and Reports
8.01 Superintendent's Report
Thanks to Mr. Kudela and Mr. Massaro for their work standing in opposition to the asphalt plant. Mr. Kudela’s information is that the proposed plant could be very dangerous.
Thank you for approval of the personnel reports and the budget. Mr. Laurrie will send a reminder email regarding the May 10 ceremony at the Building Trades Office, where they will award OSHA cards to students. The next planned learning will involve confined spaces training, followed by work zone training, and construction math, through which students can earn more cards. Look for a press event regarding this in the future.
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Please remember May 13 Rev. Dr. Beaman will be named an Outstanding Alumnus; LINKS, and the OG Car Club Men will receive awards as well. The ceremony will be restricted in number due to COVID and will take place at the PAC from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. and will be live‐streamed. Mrs. Glaser will remind the Board.
Naming Group: Mrs. Glaser produced a serviceable binder containing communications from residents who would like to participate in the renaming committee. That committee 10 needs to be named. Perhaps May 6 would be a time to discuss whom to choose.
Mr. Kudela: Thanked the finance team for their work on the budget, his colleagues for their support of item 6.23, and Mr. Laurrie for his leadership.
Mrs. Dunn: Attended a meeting April 8th with Mayor Restaino who seeks to identify a group to network with whom to meet regularly whose members will promote positivity in regard to what he (the Mayor) has done since he took office. Among his goals is to establish a Task Force to improve the graduation rate.
Mr. Laurrie reminded the Board of current initiatives to address student achievement and has no knowledge of the Mayor’s plan.
Mr. Bilson: Thanked the finance team for their work on the budget; thanked Mr. Laurrie,
Mr. Kudela and Mr. Massaro for their work related to item 6.23; Encouraged residents to come to meetings and hear what is going on in the District with respect to Sister Schools, Pathways, and other academic programs.
Mr. Paretto: Thanked the finance team for their work on the budget; expressed that he is offended by the Mayor’s proposed task force related to the graduation rate, when he recently sat on the Board of Education himself. The Mayor should come to meetings to hear about the trades initiatives and all other academic programs. Biggest mistake ever made was closing trades out of Trott/LSHS. We have underprivileged students but wonderful people. Mr. Paretto expressed that although many students are underprivileged sometimes with familial challenges they are wonderful people and many individuals are trying to assist them by being involved as he himself is.
Mr. Vilardo: Expressed that the most important decision the Board makes is whom to hire as Superintendent and they have done an excellent job making that decision.
Dr. Barstys: Offered kudos to the cabinet as well as the Superintendent.
Mr. Petrozzi: Expressed that for the first time in his 21 years as a Board member the District finally has an adequately funded budget and he is confident the District will deliver the academic results to justify its expenditures.
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Mr. Bass: appreciates everyone’s hard work.
Mr. Cancemi: Thanked Mrs. Dunn for bringing the information to the Board.
8.02 Board Members Report and Comments
9. Advanced Planning
9.01 Future Agenda Items 9.02 Future Meeting Dates
Special Board Meetings Tuesday, April 27, 2021 ‐ REMOTE School District and BOCES Agenda Items
Thursday, May 6h ARS/ / Regular Meeting/Statutory Meeting 5:30 pm Wednesday, May 19th Board Review Session (BRS)/ Special Meeting/Public Hearing Budget/ Public Hearing Safety Plans Agenda Review Session Agenda Review Session (5:30 pm) (5:30 pm) Topics Topics 1. Capital Projects 1. International Kite Festival 2. COVID 19 Updates 2. Career Pathways 3. Review of Board Meeting Agenda Items– 3. Sister Schools May 19th Regular Board Meeting – M. 4. Review of Board Meeting Agenda Items– Laurrie/M. Massaro May 19th Regular Board Meeting – M. 6:30 pm Laurrie/M. Massaro Public Hearing on Safety Plans 7:00 pm 7:00 pm Regular Board Meeting Public Hearing – Budget 20/21 8:00 pm Administration Office Board Auditorium Statutory Meeting – Certify Election Results
The Board entered Executive Session at 7:47 p.m. on a motion by Mr. Vilardo, seconded by Mr. Bilson, for the purpose of discussing an item related to an investigation which if disclosed could imperil law enforcement; three cases on collective bargaining negotiations under the Taylor Law; one matter related to the possible appointment of promotion of an individual. All in favor.The Board exited executive session at 8:45 p.m. on a motion by Mrs. Dunn, seconded by Mr. Vilardo. All in favor.
10. Adjournment
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10.01 Meeting Adjourned Motion to adjourn in memory of the following who recently passed away made by seconded by
Carol Bonanno, retired teacher, mother of NSS teacher Maria D'Antonoli, sister of retired teacher Angela Ruggerio. James Max Carruthers, father‐in‐law of special education teacher Lisa Carruthers Dr. Melvin Dyster, father of retired LaSalle health teacher Mary Pat Young. Joseph Insana, brother of retired assistant superintendent for human resources Thomas Insana Robert Krieger, father of TSA in the Committee on Special Education Ken Krieger. Joyce Lombardi, mother of 79th Street School grade one teacher Jerri Presutti. Philip Panepinto, retired maintenance, brother in law of records specialist Tina Panepinto. William J. Pasek, father of LPS maintenance worker Jamie Pasek and the father‐in‐law of 79th Street School grade two teacher Lynn Pasek. Janette Schiesser, former teacher. Marty Stevens, father‐in‐law of grade six teacher Caren Stevens. Xavair Travis, cousin of school office support clerk Bertha Travis.
Respectfully submitted, Judith Glaser District Clerk
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CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS Niagara Falls, New York Agenda 04/27/2021 Special Board 6 p.m. HELD REMOTELY PRESENT: Mr. Cancemi, Mr. Bass, Mr. Bilson, Mrs. Dunn, Mr. Petrozzi Excused: Dr. Barstys, Mr. Kudela, Mr. Paretto
1. Call to Order by Mr. Cancemi at :01 6 p.m.
2.01 Pledge of Allegiance 2.02 Prayer offered by Mrs. Dunn. 2.03 Roll Call – all present.
2. New Business (see BoardDocs)
2.01 Approval of the Election of the Board of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES) Board Members
RESOLVED, That the Niagara Falls Board of Education approves the election of Wayne Wadhams of Albion Central School District, Joanne Woodside of Lockport City School District, and Edward Grabowski of Medina Central School District, and Keith Bond, Royalton‐Hartland Central School District and be it further
RESOLVED, That the District Clerk be authorized to complete the ballot and certification per instruction.
Motion by Rob Bilson, second by Earl F Bass. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
2.02 Approval of the 2021‐2022 Administrative Budget for the Orleans/Niagara Board of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES) RESOLVED, That the Board of Education of the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls hereby approves the proposed 2021/22 Administrative Budget for the Orleans/Niagara Board of Cooperative Educational Services in the amount of $2,859,519.
Motion by Nicholas Vilardo, second by Earl F Bass. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
3. Information and Reports
3.1 Superintendent’s Report –
Mr. Laurrie thanked the 1458 elementary students, the staff and parents, as those students returned to physical school ; he advised the Board that a presser will take place May 10 with respect to the trades education students are receiving; he offered a reminder of the ceremony May 13 to recognize Rev. Dr. Beaman, OG Cruisers and the LINKS; he announced that the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation has rescinded its negative declaration with respect to the proposed asphalt plant and re‐opened the public comment period. He cited the work of the Board and Niagara University as being a catalyst to this change.
3.2 Board Members Report and Comments
4. Adjournment
401 Meeting Adjourned Motion by Clara Dunn, second by Earl F Bass. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Respectfully submitted, Judith Glaser District Clerk
CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS
Niagara Falls, New York
Agenda 05/6/2021 Regular Board 7 p.m.
1. Board Review Session
PRESENT: Mr. Cancemi, Dr. Barstys, Mr. Bass*, Mr. Bilson, Mrs. Dunn, Mr. Kudela, Mr. Paretto, Mr. Petrozzi,
*Mr. Bass participated remotely.
Capital Projects April Bradley, Brin Trott, Anne Dafchick, Joe Tillman, of BBC & CPL:
Maple is 100 years old in 2022.
There are no change orders to report.
Ms. Bradley offered the following report:
Maple stage: installed drop grid ceiling; painted it; installed new curtains; New site parking painting; decorative fencing shipped May 3; it is on its way. LPS: two of three bottle fillers were installed; eventually there will be one will be on each floor. NFHS: fixture upgrades, plumbing re‐work. Project Highlights: 93.8% complete. 1.9% change orders Phases 1 & 2 Contingency savings allowed for Kalfas roof reconstruction. Will start as soon as school June 28, 2021. Maintenance Barn construction is underway and ahead of schedule.
COVID – 19 Update Mr. Laurrie offered the following update:
COVID‐related expenses ‐ $3172.75 since April 8 $541,571.40 spent to date No issues have surfaced with elementary students returning to school. COVID cases are steady, not rising, for students, staff The State’s target to re‐open secondary schools is 100 cases per 100,000; time is running out for secondary to return to school. The NFHS track team is on a 10‐day pause. Mr. Laurrie, Ms. Doerr and Mrs. Jones met with Seniors regarding end of year activities. Students are very cooperative. They would like a community parade on June 12th and a picnic with pre‐packed food; They want one, outdoor graduation. They are still discussing the inclusion of parents/spectators. A plan is also needed for inclement weather. Mr. Laurrie encouraged students to get vaccinations. Prom activity is still an open question, but they are exploring two locations for a socially distanced prom.
Update on Naming Committee: Mr. Laurrie offered the following update:
Mrs. Glaser distributed a notebook containing communications about interest in the renaming committee. A procedure should be set up to name the committee.
A discussion was held. Topics included: A Board member needs to sit on the committee. Perhaps all those who expressed interest should be interviewed. Will there be an agenda to stay on task? Will the Board first decide how many schools will be renamed?
The discussion will be held again when all members can be present. Perhaps a scheduled meeting can be reserved for this topic. The Superintendent suggested May 19, but reminded the Board that the issue is their decision as elected officials. The Board asked him to write prompting questions to aide in their discussion. Mr. Kudela stressed the importance of having a structure going in so the process can be effective.
Mr. Massaro cautioned that individuals being reviewed for selection should not be discussed publicly, as this is a sensitive issue.
Review of Agenda for May 19 A review of the agenda for May 19 Regular and Statutory meetings was held.
1. Public Hearing Safety
Call to Order: 6:56 pm ‐ Public Hearing ‐ District's Safety Plans
1.02 Pledge of Allegiance
1.03 Prayer offered by Mrs. Dunn.
1.03 Roll Call – all present * Mr. Bass participating remotely.
Overview: Code of Conduct, Comprehensive District‐Wide School Plan, and Building‐Level School Safety Plan
1. Ms. Massaro presented an overview of the SAVE Committee/Safety Plans. Committee members are prescribed according to Section 2801. Highlights included the addendum regarding a public emergency safety plan. There were no comments.
1.02 Public Comment – None.
1.03 Adjournment Motion to adjourn at 7:04p.m. by Dr. Barstys, seconded by Mr. Kudela. All in favor.
Public Hearing 2021 – 2022 School District Budget 1.01 Call to Order: 7:05 pm ‐ Public Hearing ‐ Budget
1.02 Roll Call all present ‐ * Mr. Bass participating remotely.
1.03 Budget Review Mr. Giarrizzo presented an overview of the budget.
1.04 Public Comment ‐ none
2. Consideration of such other matters as may arise. None.
3. Adjournment‐ Motion to adjourn at 7:22 p.m. by Mr. Petrozzi seconded by Mr. Kudela. All in favor.
The Superintendent offered this information:
A presser will take place at Monday Laborers Local 91 at 10 am for students who have earned trades training and OSHA cards.
Also, Monday, the NFPD Police Graduation will be held at NFHS; 130 guests coming; the District hopes to have a Junior Police Academy program in future.
On May 13 Rev. Beaman will be honored as an Outstanding Alumnus at 6 o’clock
Mayor Restaino alluded to an announcement regarding social justice in education at a recent event where the Suerintednet and Board President were in attendance. No further communication has been received.
The Superintendent wished Mrs. Dunn a Happy Mothers Day.
The Board entered into Executive Session at 7:51 p.m. on a motion by Dr. Barstys, seconded by Mr. Kudela, for the purpose of discussing two contracts, one of which is covered by the Taylor Law.
All in favor. The Board exited Executive Session at 9:15pm on a motion by Mr. Kudela seconded by Mr. Bilson. All in favor.
Board Review Session May 19, 2021
Topic: Renaming Schools
Present: Mr. Cancemi, Dr. Barstys, Mr. Bass (remote), Mr. Bilson, Mrs. Dunn, Mr. Kudela, Mr. Paretto, Mr. Petrozzi, Mr. Vilardo
The Board held a discussion regarding renaming schools and forming a committee to study the issue and make recommendations to the Board of Education. Below are the main points discussed:
Sister Schools research showed that a name change may cost approximately $10,000 each.
Questions for a framework were discussed:
Is NFHS open for consideration of being renamed? The consensus was no.
Cataract: Maybe, as it was last named. However, is NSS more diverse, and so may be more appropriate. How many schools? One. Likely one of these two schools.
Should the committee rename a school already named for a person? Perhaps only if the person has not weathered history well. Students should be able to identify with/take pride in potential person.
A discussion was held about whether the renaming committee should be limited to selecting an African American. Consensus was reached that yes, that is the case. The impetus for the discussion came from the Black community; they presented petitions from the community.
Should the committee choose a name and then select which school would be named? The Board reached consensus on that.
The yet to be named committee should be provided a framework so that it can be successful, however there needs to be enough latitude to allow the group some freedom to accomplish its goal. Gender doesn’t matter. Deceased persons to be considered only? Yes. Will there be an independent member of staff who will vet the proposed name? Yes. Preference for local? Yes. Niagara Falls roots, preferably. How frequently will they report to BOE? Periodically. After committee recommends, will a Public Hearing be held? No. Should the person have contributed to the NF public schools/education? That has been the traditional path.
How to Select Committee: To be discussed at a future meeting, perhaps the June 10 Board Review Session, where consensus might be reached on broad strokes, with specific conversations about individuals would be help in Executive Session.
An agenda review was held.
2. 7:00 pm ‐ Regular Board Meeting Information: 2.01 Call To Order at 7 p.m. Information: 2.02 Pledge of Allegiance Information: 2.03 Prayer Action, Information: 2.04 Roll Call
3. Letters and Communications
Information: 3.01 Oral Communications ‐ Special Presentations
Kyle Lynn: Mr Laurrie was joined by Mrs. Tompkins and Mrs. Manella is honoring Ms. Lynn, a Building‐based Substitute, for her work as a student teacher who organized a meaningful event for students at Halloween. Students received pumpkins during COVID and she organized a socially distant Harvest Festival with 600 jars peanut butter and jelly, bread, gloves/scarves/socks were given to all HF Abate School students.
Connie Merante: A lunch associate and senior citizen celebrating her birthday this week. The Cataract ES courtyard was cleaned and rededicated, where a birthday event was hosted for Mrs. Merante.
Elsie Glahe, sophomore, Chris Ju Alejandro,1552 Center Ave fresh: spoke on upgrading the menstrual products made available at NFHS and encouraged the to be made available at elementary schools, as well. Some girls need products by 10 years of age, however younger students should not have access to them. Many students live in poverty. These products should be provided.
Gloria Dolson 1502 Ontario: Spoke on renaming of the schools. Niagara Falls is the Honeymoon Capital of the world; there are tourists who would see the names. Students would be proud to have street‐named schools renamed after African American people. She encourages the Board to act.
Rodney Sheard: 404 18th Street. Spoke on renaming the schools. It has been almost a year since the idea was first raised; it is time to act. He would also like to see more African American history in schools, not merely lessons involving the slave trade. Regarding school renaming, certainly people of other heritages also did great things, but the group here is concerned with African Ameriacn history.
Vincent Cauley: 1777 Welch Class of 2002: remembers all his teachers; never felt that they didn’t relate to him as a Black student. However, he feels Critical Race Theory he feels is unproductive; and asks if there been discussion of this. Further he asked what the current diversity training looks like, adding he feels sometimes diversity training sounds good, but isn’t. He thrived based on his education: reading, learning, staying on track.
Rev. Fred Chambers: 544 7th Street: Spoke on renaming the schools. In the strongest terms he urges the Board to act.
Hugh Leftwhich: spoke on renaming the schools; the names are important to youth – of all races. Also, Mr. Paretto promised an undefeated football season, so it is expected.
Gwendolyn Streeter Walker:1055 Garden Ave: Thanked everyone who voted for her in the Board of Education election. She asks the Board to please rename schools and implement the Black National Anthem at graduation and other appropriate times.
Information: 3.02 Written Communications
4. Recommended Actions ‐ Routine Items
Action: 4.01 Minutes ‐ April 2021 Meetings Motion to approve of minutes for April 2021 meetings
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Russell Petrozzi. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 4.02 Budget Transfer #10 Approval of Budget Transfer #10
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Russell Petrozzi. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn Action: 4.03 Bids ‐ none
Information, Discussion, Report, Receive and File: 4.04 Treasurer's Report ‐ April 2021 Information, Discussion, Report, Receive and File: 4.05 Budget Status Report ‐ May 2021
Action: 4.06 Personnel Report – Certificated
I RETIREMENT
NAME POSITION/LOCATION
Ani Avdoian Teacher Kindergarten 503 16th St. Cataract Niagara Falls, NY 14301
* Cheryl Johnson Teacher Grade 2 1211 Ethel Ave. Abate Niagara Falls, NY 14304
* Frank Orfano Jr. Teacher Business 710 Maple Ave. NFHS Niagara Falls, NY 14305
* Patricia Sahagian Teacher Grade 2 446 10th St. Niagara St. Niagara Falls, NY 14303
II LEAVE OF ABSENCE NAME POSITION/LOCATION TYPE
Jordin Fretthold Teacher Special Education FMLA (without pay) A 8650 Rivershore Dr. Hyde Park Niagara Falls, NY 14304
Angela Frommert Teacher Music Personal (without pay) 431 Vanderbilt Ave. Gaskill Niagara Falls, NY 14305
*III PER DIEM SISTER SCHOOLS LIBRARY (ABATE, NIAGARA ST., KALFAS) RECONFIGURATION – 6 DAYS/EA. – A2110.140
Lori Moskaluk - $502.58 Cheree Copelin - $414.05 Jessica Kulbago-Onevelo - $524.55 (.056) (.056) (.059)
IV SCHEDULE B
ART MURALS HYDE PARK ELEMENTARY – NTE 14 HRS/GROUP – A2110.140.058.2280
Mike Johnson Terri Ryan * TRC COURSE: BOOK STUDY, “WHAT HAPPENED TO YOU: CONVERSATIONS ON TRAUMA, RESILIENCE AND F2070.151.045.8121
Tiffany Bradberry *CPU 101 ASSESSMENT FOR CHILD PROTECTION UNITS – NTE 3 HRS/EA. F2110.140.098.0221
Catherine Touma-D’Angelo *EMBC ELEMENTARY MATH: IMPLEMENTING BRAINING CAMP – NTE 9 HRS/EA. – F2110.140.098.0121 01 Brianne Bellavia Amylynn Benjamin Makeesha Booker Kristen Brosius Ronald Capone Colleen Caprio Lisa Carruthers Marissa Chapman Taylor Cochran Stefany Critelli Janyl Drozek Pamela Garabedian Terri Gregg Melissa Huffman Geraldine Koch Cheryl LaBelle IV SCHEDULE B (Cont’d.)
*EMBC ELEMENTARY MATH: IMPLEMENTING BRAINING CAMP – NTE 9 HRS/EA. – F2110.140.098.0121 (Cont’d.) 01 Joanna Monaco-Cracknell Margaret Mozell Anthony Navarolli Lauren Nelson Joni Ann Orfano Diane Pati Jaime Pero Natalie Polka Angela Ruffolo Kalie Sonneberg Megan Strassburg Lisa Supo Sophia Williams EMP GJ MANN ELEMENTARY AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM TEACHERS GRS. 3-6 – NTE 45 HRS/MO. PER SCHOOL/N MANN 3- F2110.140.098.9720 6 Philip Briatico ENL204 AMENDED: ENL AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM AT KALFAS – NTE 92 HRS. - F2110.140.098.2921
Dasha Colvin Chelsea Elledge Geri Koch Mallory Leo *ESD 20- NFHS EXTENDED SCHOOL DAY PROGRAM TEACHERS – NTE 50 HRS/ EA. – F2110.140.098.6621 21
Mia Crumpton Ka-Shara Jordan FF21-GD THE FOUNDATIONAL FIVE: STUDENT OWNERSHIP OF LEARNING 2.0 – NTE 5 HRS/EA. – F2110.140.098.0321
Amylynn Benjamin Renee Bodkin Makeesha Booker Kristen Brosius Tammy Capatosto Lisa Carruthers Ashley Chambers Marissa Chapman Katie Churakos Madison DalPorto April Dubois Catherine Dunstan Chelsea Elledge Thomas Filosofos Melissa Franke Rick Forgione David Glahe Megan Glasser Cheryl Labelle Matthew Laurrie Tina Ligammare Teresa Loiacano Lisa Malpica Maria Martin Kristen Mihalko-Hyland Carrie Murray Amanda Norwich Erik Olander John Pero Marie Ponzi Nancy Porto Marissa Rogers Kalie Sonnenberg Sarah Sperry Sunnie Ventry Karen Waugaman Jennifer Yost Tammy Zaker IV SCHEDULE B (Cont’d.)
FFSSE THE FOUNDATIONAL FIVE: STRENGTHENING STUDENT ENGAGEMENT – NTE 8 HRS/EA. – F2110.140.098.032
Lisa Adams Saladin Allah Brianne Bellavia Amylynn Benjamin Bernadette Boland Brianna Boliver Makeesha Booker Kristen Brosius Jamie Calarco Martin Campbell Tammy Capatosto Lisa Carruthers Sheila Chille Cheree Copelin Deborah Costanzo Stefany Critelli Maria D’Antonoli Danielle Depalma Janyl Drozek Catherine Dunstan Nicole Ennett Lauren Falsetti Thomas Filosofos Melissa Franke David Glahe Megan Glasser Lisa Graff Lyndie Granto Michelle Hudson Allison Jaworski Kaitlyn Jensen Lisa Kladke Heidi Korzelius Cheryl LaBelle Matthew Laurrie Patrina Leo Giannina Lucantoni Christina Magnuson Lisa Malpica Susan Marcolini Colene Melson Kristopher Melson Lori Moskaluk Carrie Murray Amanda Norwich Mary Alice O’Donnell Erik Olander Colleen Pascuzzi Jamie Pero John Pero Marie Ponzi Nancy Porto Marissa Rogers Nancy Sarkees Carla Sauberan Christina Schove Caryn Skowronek Kalie Sonnenberg Sarah Sperry Rebecca Tantillo Sunnie Ventry Karen Waugaman Andrea Woyksnar Meredith Wustrack Tammy Zaker *Michelle Pirolli *Deborah Mineo *Deanna Cudahy *Kristen Mihalko-Hyland FFTGD FOUNDATIONAL FIVE: CONVERGING INSTRUCTION AND TECHNOLOGY TRAINING – NTE 2 HRS/EA. – F2110
Martha Amoretti Renee Bodkin Bernadette Boland Brandi Brown Martin Campbell Katie Churakos Cheree Copelin Madison DalPorto Melissa Franke Megan Glasser Terese Loiacano Michelle Melohusky Amanda Norwich Erik Olander John Pero Carrie Roeser IV SCHEDULE B (Cont’d.)
FFTGD FOUNDATIONAL FIVE: CONVERGING INSTRUCTION AND TECHNOLOGY TRAINING – NTE 2 HRS/EA. – F2110
Sarah Sperry Meredith Wustrack KTT21 KINDERGARTEN TRANSITION TEAM – NTE 3 HRS. – F2510.132.098.3121
Ani Avdoian Domenica Kutis Kimi Watroba *MTIP-PD MTIP TEACHER NEEDS ASSESSMENT SURVEY AND PD PLANNING – NTE 5 HRS/EA. – F2110.1140.050.2221
Thomas Fisher Karen Waugaman P&FE- STUDENT PROGRESS REPORT CREATION NTE 12 HRS/GROUP – F2110.140.061.0121 NSS-001 Marissa Chapman Jennifer Everts Lyndie Granto Raquela McCleod Tammy Zaker
*PKTT SPRING 2021 KINDERGARTEN TRANSITION TEAM – NTE 3 HRS/EA. - F2510.132.098.3121
Amy Burkestone Danielle Dionne Domenica Kutia Margaret Rhodes WBL01 HIGH SCHOOL WORK-BASED LEARNING COORDINATOR – NTE 120 HRS/GROUP – A2110.140.098.0221
Julia Conti Marc Daul Maria Mascaro-Sinatra V SCHEDULE C REVISION: SCHEDULE C – FALL SPORTS COACHING POSITIONS – 2020-21 SCHOOL YEAR - A2855.141.098 NAME POSITION
William Whisker Assistant Boys Volleyball $3,742 Ste SP143 SPRING 2021 SPORTS COACHING POSITION - A2855.141.098 NAME POSITION
Martin DeRosa Assistant Softball $4,076 Ste Edward Kladke Assistant Baseball $4,076 Ste SP144 SPRING 2021 ATHLETIC PLACEMENT PROCESS TESTING – NTE 8 HRS/EA. – A2855.140.025
Martha Amoretti Robert Augustino *SP146 SPRING 2021 UNIFIED BASKETBALL – A2855.141.098 NAME POSITION
Salvatore Constantino Coach $2,645 Ste Matthew Leo Assistant Coach $1,329 Ste Kelvin Martin Special Ed. Teacher $2,645 Ste VI APPOINTMENTS SCHEDULES D, E, F, G
SCHEDULE E – AM/PM DUTY 2020-21
1. ADDITION: NIAGARA ST. - C2860.141.061
NAME FTE ACTIVITY
Ashley Andreana .5 Lunch Duty Kim Jasek .25 Lunch Duty
SCHEDULE F CORRECTION: ENL DEPARTMENT CHAIRPERSON 2020-21 SCHOOL YEAR Joseph Tiberi - $3,696 1. Revised: LASALLE PREP SCHOOL – A2110.141.050
NAME FTE ACTIVITY Cassandra Lutey .25 Math Justine Speidel 1.75 Math SCHEDULE G
PERFORMING AND FINE ARTS – A2110.141.098
NAME FTE ACTIVITY Richard Meranto 2.0 Technical Director Veronica Schucker 1.0 Choral Director
Thomas Vitello Jr. 1.0 Assistant Director (Producer) PERFORMING AND FINE ARTS – A2110.141.098 (Cont’d)
NAME FTE ACTIVITY
Thomas Vitello Jr. 1.0 Stage Director (Costumer) Dennis Wilson 1.0 Director Dennis Wilson 1.0 Stage Director (Costumer)
Approval of Personnel Report for Certificated Staff
Motion by Russell Petrozzi, second by Clara Dunn. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 4.07 Personnel Report – Classified
*I RESIGNATION
NAME POSITION/LOCATION
Cortez Bradberry Safety Officer 435 22nd St. Gaskill Niagara Falls, NY 14303
* Matthew Hudson Physical Ed. Associate 1689 Caravelle Dr. Abate Niagara Falls, NY 14304
II PROVISIONAL
NAME POSITION/LOCATION SALARY/ACCOUNT CODE
Tommy Chandler Computer Application Specialist $33,939 Step 1 176 68th St. Information Services A1680.166.020 Niagara Falls, NY 14304 R
Terence Pratt Computer Application Specialist $33,939 Step 1 515 26th St. Information Services A1680.166.020 Niagara Falls, NY 14304 R *III VOLUNTARY TRANSFER
NAME FROM TO
James Collquitt General Laborer Cleaner (8 hrs.) 665 Ashland Ave. Maintenance Districtwide (NFHS) Niagara Falls, NY 14301 A1621.162.016 A1621.167.045
IV LEAVE OF ABSENCE
NAME POSITION/LOCATION TYPE OF LEAVE
Ardell Dolson Secretary I Personal (without pay) 1555 Willow Ave Kalfas Niagara Falls, NY 14305
Jennifer Maines Assistant Child Care Assoc. Medical (without pay) 6006 Frontier Ave. Cataract Niagara Falls, NY 14304
V ADDITIONAL HOURS
P&FE- SEL FAMILY ENGAGEMENT NIGHT - MAY 12, 2021 - NTE 4 HRS/GROUP – F2110.177.061.0121 NSS-002 Angie Harrigan Theresa Yale-Carson
Approval of Personnel Report ‐ Classified
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Anthony F Paretto. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 4.08 Committee on Special Education Report Approval of Committee on Special Education Report
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Paul Kudela. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 4.09 Committee on PreSchool Special Education Report Approval of Committee on PreSchool Special Education Report
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Paul Kudela. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action, Information, Discussion, Receive and File: 4.10 Short‐Term Contracts Short‐Term Contracts –
1. Niagara University REACH Course Instruction $5,000.00 May‐ July 2021 and materials F2110 404 098 6621 Extended Day
2. UB for Assistive Technology Assistive Technology $1100 plus $32 per hour completed by June 25 Evaluation Evaluation transportation F2250. 404. 098. 0721 3. The Center for Applied Behavioral Work with a student at $125 per hour for 6 May ‐ June 25, 2021 Analysis through Daemen College Newfane Learning Center to hours improve maladaptive F2250. 404. 098. 0721 behaviors
Motion by Russell Petrozzi, second by Rob Bilson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn 5. Unfinished Business
Information: 5.01 None 6. New Business
Action, Information, Discussion: 6.01 Acceptance of Funds for the 2020‐2022 CARES ACT – GEER Motion to accept Funds for the 2020‐2022 CARES ACT – GEER RESOLVED, That the Board of Education accepts the funds for the 2020‐2022 CARES ACT ‐ GEER; and
RESOLVED, That the grant award of $648,079 be credited to Revenue Account A4286 Federal CARES ACT Stabilization Funds; and
RESOLVED, That the money be expended in the following function/object codes:
Account Code Description Budget
A2110.120.058.5895 K‐6 TCHR H/P CARES GEER $93,3 A2110.120.059.5895 K‐6 TCHR KALFAS CARES GEER 91,6 A2110.120.061.5895 K‐6 TCHR NIAG ST CARES GEER 130,583 A2110.120.065.5895 K‐6 TCHR 79TH CARES GEER 116,2 A2110.130.045.5895 7‐12 TCHR NFHS CARES GEER 88,4 A2110.130.049.5895 7‐12 TCHR GPS CARES GEER 50,8 A2110.130.050.5895 7‐12 TCHR LOS CARES GEER 44,3 A2110.400.098.5895 NON‐PUB CARES ACT OUTSIDE SRVCS GEER 24,8 A9020.802.096.5895 TCHR RETIREMENT DW CARES GEER 7,7 GRAND TOTAL $648,0
Revenue Code: A4286 Federal CARES ACT Stabilization Funds Motion by Paul Kudela, second by Russell Petrozzi. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action, Information, Discussion: 6.02 Acceptance of Funds for the 2020‐2022 CARES Act – ESSERF Motion to accept Funds for the 2020‐2022 CARES Act – ESSERF RESOLVED, That the Board of Education accepts the funds for the 2020‐2022 CARES ACT ‐ ESSER; and
RESOLVED, That the grant award of $3,823,861 be credited to Revenue Account A4286 Federal CARES ACT Stabilization Funds; and
RESOLVED, That the money be expended in the following function/object codes:
Account Code Description Budget A2110.120.056.5890 K‐6 TCHR ABATE CARES ESSER $162,2 A2110.120.057.5890 K‐6 TCHR CATARACT CARES ESSER $128,6 A2110.120.058.5890 K‐6 TCHR H/P CARES ESSER $188,2 A2110.120.059.5890 K‐6 TCHR KALFAS CARES ESSER $374,6 A2110.120.060.5890 K‐6 TCHR MAPLE CARES ESSER $21,8 A2110.120.061.5890 K‐6 TCHR NIAG ST CARES ESSER $400,6 A2110.120.065.5890 K‐6 TCHR 79TH CARES ESSER $69,2 A2110.120.067.5890 K‐6 TCHR GJ MANN CARES ESSER $10,3 A2110.130.045.5890 7‐12 TCHR NFHS CARES ESSER $662,1 A2110.130.049.5890 7‐12 TCHR GPS CARES ESSER $213,4 A2110.130.050.5890 7‐12 TCHR LPS CARES ESSER $207,3 A2250.133.045.5890 K‐12 TCHR SP NEEDS NFHS CARES ESSER $391,2 A2250.133.049.5890 K‐12 TCHR SP NEEDS GPS CARES ESSER $111,5 A2250.133.050.5890 K‐12 TCHR SP NEEDS LPS CARES ESSER $108,3 A2250.133.056.5890 K‐12 TCHR SP NEEDS ABATE CARES ESSER $111,7 A2250.133.057.5890 K‐12 TCHR SP NEEDS CATARACT CARES ESSER $64,8 A2250.133.058.5890 K‐12 TCHR SP NEEDS HP CARES ESSER $212,6 A2250.133.061.5890 K‐12 TCHR SP NEEDS NIAG ST CARES ESSER $219,7 A2110.400.098.5890 NON‐PUBS CARES ACT OUTSIDE SRVCS ESSER $9,5 A2110.450.098.5890 NON‐PUBS CARES ACT SPPLY ESSER $136,9 A9020.802.096.5890 TCHR RETIREMENT DW CARES ESSER $18,4 $3,823,861
Revenue Code: A4286 Federal CARES ACT Stabilization Funds ABSTRACT
1. School District: School District of the City of Niagara Falls, New York 2. Title of Project: CARES ACT ‐ ESSER 3. Funding Source: NYS Education Department 4. Total Budget: $3,823,861 5. Total Staff: 0 6. Number of Clients Served: 7,000 students 7‐9 . Major Objectives/Activities/Evaluation: Funds will be used to partially offset the state share of state aid to school districts.
Motion by Paul Kudela, second by Russell Petrozzi. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.03 Approval of Submission of Candidate for The Everett R. Dyer Award for Distinguished School Board Service Motion to approve Submission of Candidate for The Everett R. Dyer Award for Distinguished School Board Service
RESOLVED, That the Niagara Falls Board of Education hereby nominates Russell Petrozzi for the Everett R. Dyer Award for Distinguished School Board Service presented by The New York State School Boards Association and directs and empower staff to submit then required nominating form by the deadline; and RESOLVED, That the nominating form be submitted to the attention of the Distinguished Service Award Committee at the New York State School Boards Association’s Albany Office.
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Paul Kudela. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn Abstain: Russell Petrozzi
Action, Information, Discussion: 6.04 Approval of Designation of Friday June 18, 2021 as a Holiday for Staff and Students of the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls, New York in Observance of Juneteenth RESOLVED that in observance of Juneteenth, and to acknowledge the importance of this date in American History, the Niagara Falls City School District shall be closed on Friday June 18th; and be it further RESOLVED, that the Superintendent, the Administrator for Human Resources and the District Clerk are hereby directed to complete any and all actions necessary to effectuate the purpose of this Resolution.
Motion to approve of Designation of Friday June 18, 2021 as a Holiday for Staff and Students of the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls, New York in Observance of Juneteenth
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Paul Kudela. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.05 Approval of the Revised Corrective Action Plan (CAP) in Response to the District External audit for the Fiscal Year 2019‐2020 Motion to approve the Revised Corrective Action Plan (CAP) in Response to the District External audit for the Fiscal Year 2019‐2020
RESOLVED, that the Board of Education affirm and approve the Revised CAP attached hereto, and
RESOLVED, that said Revised CAP be forwarded to the NYSED.
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Paul Kudela. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.06 Approval Of Extension of Superintendent Mark R. Laurrie's Term as Superintendent of Schools and of the Second Amendment to Contract Between the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls and Mark R. Laurrie RESOLVED, The Board hereby extends Superintendent Mark R. Laurrie’s term as Superintendent of Schools for an additional two (2) years and appoints him Superintendent of Schools for a five (5) year term to immediately commence on July 1, 2021 and terminate on June 30, 2026; and further
RESOLVED, That the Board hereby approves the attached Second Amendment to the Contract between the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls and Mark R. Laurrie effective July 1, 2021, which Second Amendment provides for the Contract as amended, to continue in effect and to terminate on June 30, 2026, or the date of sooner termination of the Superintendent’s term as provided in the Contract as amended by the First and Second Amendments, and further providing that all terms and conditions of the Contract except as modified by the First and Second Amendments to remain in full force and effect; and be it further RESOLVED, That the President of the Board of Education be and he hereby is authorized to execute the attached Second Amendment to the Contract on behalf of the Board; and be it further RESOLVED, That the District Clerk be directed to obtain the signature of the President of the Board on the attached Second Amendment and to do all acts necessary to implement this Resolution.
SECOND AMENDMENT
This Agreement made this19th day of May, 2021, between the BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS, NEW YORK (“Board”) 630-66th Street, Niagara Falls, New York, 14304 and MARK R. LAURRIE, the Superintendent of Schools, (“Superintendent”) 630-66th Street, Niagara Falls, New York 14304. WHEREAS, the Board appointed Mark R. Laurrie Superintendent of Schools for a term of five (5) years to commence July 1, 2016 and terminate June 30, 2021 all in accordance with Section 2507 of the Education Law of the State of New York; and WHEREAS, the Board provided the Superintendent an Employment Contract containing terms and conditions and benefits of his employment (“Contract”) for the term of his appointment, which Contract was approved by Resolution dated January 28, 2016; and WHEREAS, the Contract provided among other things, for a certain fixed salary to be paid for the period of the Contract July 1, 2016 through June 30, 2019 and for the parties to determine the salary to be paid to the Superintendent for school year 2019-2020 and the school year 2020-2021; and WHEREAS, at a meeting of the Board of Education on April 11, 2019, the Board extended the term of the Superintendent, Mark R. Laurrie, appointing him for an additional three (3) years for a five (5) year term, commencing on July 1, 2019 and terminating June 30, 2024, (hereinafter referred to as the First Extension) all in accordance with the applicable provisions of law; and WHEREAS, on April 11, 2019 the Board approved the first amendment to the Superintendent’s Contract (First Amendment) wherein the parties amended and modified the Contract so as to fix the salary for school year 2019-2020 and school year 2020-2021 and to provide a fixed salary for each of the three (3) years of the extended term and the Contract;
WHEREAS, at a meeting of the Board of Education on May 19, 2021, the Board extended the term of the Superintendent, Mark R. Laurrie, appointing him for an additional two (2) years for a five (5) year term, commencing on July 1, 2021 and terminating June 30, 2026, (hereinafter referred to as the Second Extension) all in accordance with the applicable provisions of law; and WHEREAS, at a meeting of May 19, 2021, the Board agreed and to amend and modify the Contract as amended, so as to provide a fixed salary for each of the two (2) years of the extended term ( Second Amendment). Now therefore, the parties mutually agree as follows:
1. Schedule “A” Section 1. Salary shall be amended as follows: Salary:
July 1, 2021 – June 30, 2022 $189,738.36 July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023 $193,533.13 July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024 $197,403.79 July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025 $225,000.00 * July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026 $250,000.00 * Unless the Board agrees to a greater amount for each of the last two years.
2. Paragraph 2 of the First Amendment amending Paragraph 3 of the Contract by deleting July 1, 2016 through June 30, 2021 and inserting July 1, 2019 through June 30, 2024 is amended as follows: Delete June 30, 2024; and Insert June 30, 2026.
3. Paragraph 3 of the First Amendment amending Paragraph 4 of the Contract by deleting June 30, 2021 and inserting June 30, 2024 and deleting ninety (90) days and inserting one (1) year is amended as follows: Delete June 30, 2024; and Insert JUNE 30 2026; and
4. Delete Paragraph 4 of the Contract as amended by Paragraph 3 of the First Amendment and insert the following: “4. The parties agree that notwithstanding anything herein to the contrary, that should the Superintendent resign as Superintendent of Schools and terminate this Contract as amended, at any time prior to June 30, 2026, that he shall give the Board one (1) year written notice of his resignation and termination of the Contract as amended, except that if his resignation is for health condition(s) resulting in his inability to perform the duties of his position or his assuming a position in the community determined to be for the betterment of the community, as determined by the Board, the one (1) year notice will be not required. Upon the giving of such one (1) year written notice of his resignation as Superintendent of Schools and the termination of the Contract as amended, or if such one (1) year notice is not required, upon the date of his notice of resignation, the Superintendent shall be entitled to all benefits and accumulated benefits to which he would be entitled, to and including the date his resignation and termination of this Contract as amended are effective, as are contained in Schedule “A” Benefits-Mark R. Laurrie Superintendent of Schools”, Schedule “B” Accumulated Benefits-Mark R. Laurrie Superintendent of Schools” and Schedule A-1 Insurance, respectively.
5. Paragraph 10 and the First Amendment are amended as follows:
Delete “effective on July 1, 2019 and continue until June 30, 2021”; and Insert “effective on July 1, 2021 and continue until June 30, 2026”
6. Schedule “A” is amended as follows: Delete paragraph 4 Vacation Days in its entirety and add the following: “4. Vacation Days 20 days per year with no maximum in the number of days that may be carried over into the next year. Limited to use of 30 days in a given school year. Upon resignation or retirement the superintendent shall be paid for the remainder of is accumulated vacation days not to exceed 75 days.”
7. All other terms and conditions of the Contract and First Amendment , including but not limited to, the terms and conditions in Schedules A and A-1 except as herein modified or amended shall remain in full force and effect.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have set their signatures and seals on the date first written above.
City School District of the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls, New York City of Niagara Falls, New York
By ______By______Mark R. Laurrie Vincent Cancemi Superintendent of Schools President of Board
STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NIAGARA: ss.:
On this _____ day of May 2021, before me, the undersigned, a Notary Public in the said state, personally appeared, Mark R. Laurrie, personally known to me or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the individual whose name is subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he executed the same in his capacity, and that by his signature on the instrument, the individual or the person upon behalf of which the individual acted, executed the instrument.
______Notary Public
STATE OF NEW YORK: COUNTY OF NIAGARA: ss.:
On this _____ day of May 2021, before me, the undersigned, a Notary Public in the said state, personally appeared, Vincent J. Cancemi, personally known to me or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the individual whose name is subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he executed the same in his capacity, and that by his signature on the instrument, the individual or the person upon behalf of which the individual acted, executed the instrument.
______Notary Public
Motion to approve Extension of Superintendent Mark R. Laurrie's Term as Superintendent of Schools and of the Second Amendment to Contract Between the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls and Mark R. Laurrie
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Rob Bilson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action, Information, Discussion: 6.07 Approval of Consultant/Broker Agreement and Business Associate Agreement Between City School District of The City of Niagara Falls, New York And M&T Insurance Agency, Inc. For 7/1/2021‐6/30/2024 RESOLVED, That the Board of Education hereby approves the consultant/broker agreement between the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls, New York and the M&T Insurance Agency Inc.; and further RESOLVED, That the agreement is subject to further modifications as may be required by the Superintendent and the School District Attorney; and further RESOLVED The President be and is hereby authorized to execute the attached contract and any and all documents necessary to implement this Resolution including, but not limited to, execution of provider contracts and or rate schedules that may be required; and further RESOLVED, The District Clerk be directed to obtain the signature of the President of the Board on the attached contract and all documents necessary to implement this Resolution.
CONSULTING BROKER AGREEMENT
SERVICE AGREEMENT, dated as of July 1, 2021 (“Agreement"), between the City School
District of the City of Niagara Falls, New York ("Client") and M&T Insurance Agency, Inc.
("Contractor").
Recitals
A. Client maintains one or more group life and/or health insurance plans, pharmacy drug plans and dental plans for the benefit of its employees. B. Contractor is in the business of providing various consulting, broker and administrative services to employers that maintain group life, health insurance and dental plans for their employees. C. Client wishes to retain Contractor to provide consulting, broker and administrative services with respect to Client's group life/health/dental plans, and Contractor is willing to provide such services to Client, all on the terms and conditions set forth herein.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises and for other good and valuable consideration the receipt and sufficiency of which are the hereby acknowledged, the parties hereto agree as follows:
1. Interpretation. The descriptive headings of the several Sections and subsections of the Agreement are inserted for convenience only and shall not be a part of the Agreement for purposes of interpretation or otherwise. Section, Subsection, Schedule and Exhibit references contained herein are references to Sections, Subsections, Schedules and Exhibits of this Agreement and are part of this Agreement, unless otherwise specified. Terms such as "herein," "hereunder" and "hereof" refer to this Agreement as a whole and not to any specific section or subsection unless otherwise specified. With respect to all terms in this Agreement, the singular includes the plural and the plural the singular, and words importing any gender include the other genders.
2. Retention; The Services.
(a) Client retains Contractor to perform certain consulting, broker and administrative services with respect to the group life and/or health insurance and pharmacy drug plans maintained by Client for the benefit of its employees that are listed on Schedule A (the "Plans"), and Contractor hereby agrees to provide such services on the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement. Contractor represents and covenants that each Plan is or is not covered by the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, as amended ("ERISA"), as indicated on Schedule A. (b) During the term of this Agreement, Contractor shall provide the Consulting and Broker and administrative services listed on Schedule B ("Consulting/Broker Services") and such other services as the parties may agree upon from time to time. (c) The relationship of Contractor, its employees, subcontractor, subcontractor’s employees and agents to Client is that of an independent contractor, and Contractor, and/or its employees, and/or its subcontractor and/or its subcontractor’s employees and/or their agents: (i) will not be, and will not hold itself/themselves out as, an agent or representative of Client; and (ii) shall not have any claim that any employee and/or subcontractor and/or subcontractor’s employee and/or agent of Contractor is an employee of Client or has any right to compensation from Client or is entitled to retirement benefits, health and welfare benefits or any other benefit that Client may make available to any of its employees or agents. (d) This Agreement shall not constitute or be deemed to constitute a partnership, joint venture or similar cooperative effort or arrangement between Client and Contractor and/or its Subcontractor, and Contractor and/or its Subcontractor shall have no right to or interest in any assets or property of Client under the terms of this Agreement. (e) Contractor and/or its subcontractor shall not be a "fiduciary," as such term is defined in ERISA, respect to any Plan.
3. Fees and Expenses. (a) Client shall pay the Contractor for a three‐year term, the annual sum of $5,000.00 for its services as Consultant/Broker as detailed in Schedule B attached hereto and made a part hereof. Any service requests or additional projects not listed in Schedule B will be quoted upon request (e.g. Personal Auto and Home, Workers Compensation, New York State Disability, etc.). Client shall pay Contractor the further sum for its Third Party Administrator services as detailed in Schedule B attached hereto and made a part hereof, which may be performed by it or it’s Subcontractor. Consultant/Broker shall be eligible for standard commissions on programs it negotiates and implements on behalf of the District.
(b) Payment for Consultant/Broker services shall be fully earned. Payments shall be made monthly commencing for the month of July 2021, in an amount equal to 1/36th of the total sum payable for Consultant/Broker services and paid in accordance with subparagraph (d) of this paragraph.
c) Payment for Third Party Administration services shall be made monthly commencing for the month of July 2021, in the annual amount of $60,000. Payments shall be made monthly to the Consultant/Broker commencing for the month of July 2021, for a three‐year term in amounts equal to 1/36th the total sum payable for Third Party Administration services. The open of any new Health Reimbursement Accounts or increase in participation for any reason may be subject to additional fees. (d) Any subcontract entered into by the Contractor shall contain the provision that the Contractor shall be responsible for payment for services under the subcontract and the subcontractor shall not make claim for services rendered against the Client. (e) Payment checks payable to the order of the Contractor shall be deemed full payment for all services rendered whether by the Contractor or its subcontractor. (f) Except as expressly provided herein, each party shall bear its own expenses in connection with this Agreement and the transactions contemplated hereby.
4. Duties and Responsibilities (a) Contractor shall have those duties and responsibilities as expressly set forth in this Agreement including but not limited to the services and duties detailed in Schedule B or as may be reasonably implied from such detailed duties and services, unless additional duties and services are agreed to in writing signed by the parties. (b) Without limiting the effect of Section 4(a) hereof, Contractor shall in addition to the duties and services detailed in Schedule B, have the duty and obligation to Client or any Plan participant or beneficiary (or any person claiming through any of them): (i) to review, examine, administer or take notice of any agreement, instrument or document other than this Agreement and the governing documents for the Plans listed on Schedule A; and (ii) to review or make any determination with respect to any claim for benefits under a Plan. (c) Contractor may execute any of its powers and perform any of its duties hereunder by or through attorneys, agents or employees and sub‐contractor for TPA services.
5. Indemnification and Insurance: (a) To the fullest extent permitted by law, Contractor shall indemnify and hold harmless Client, its employees, servants and agents, including but not limited to its contractors and subcontractors from and against any and all costs, losses and damages (including but not limited to all fees and charges of attorneys and other professionals, and all court or arbitration or other dispute resolution costs) arising out of the performance of services by it and/or its subcontractor and/or its subcontractor’s employees under this Agreement including but not limited to such costs, losses and damages caused by the negligent acts or omissions of Contractor, its agents, servants, employees and/or it subcontractors and/ or its subcontractor’s employees in the performance and furnishing of services under this Agreement. The client agrees to hold the contractor harmless for errors of omission created by the client in servicing this agreement. (b) Contractor shall maintain errors and omissions (professional liability) insurance in amount of not less than $5,000,000.00 or such other amount acceptable to the Client, together with general liability insurance in the minimum amount of $1,000,000.00 each occurrence with aggregate amount of $2,000,000.00 and excess liability coverage of $5,000,000.00.
Where applicable all policies shall name the Client, School District of the City of Niagara Falls, New York as additional party insured. Certificates of insurance shall be filed with the Client prior to the commencement of services and after each renewal date of the policies listed on the certificates. The certificates shall contain provision that coverage’s afforded under the policies will not be cancelled until at least thirty days' prior written notice is given to the Client. 6. The Client shall have the right to renew this Agreement for an additional one year period.
7. Term; Termination. (a)This Agreement shall commence on the 1st day of July
2021 and shall continue to and terminate on the 30th day of June 2024, unless sooner terminated or renewed as herein provided. (b)Client may terminate this Agreement for any reason and without penalty upon 30 days' prior written notice to the other party, provided however Client shall pay Contractor for Third Party Administrator Services to the date of termination.
8. Representations, Warranties and Covenants. (a)Each party represents and warrants to, and covenants with, the other party as follows: (i) The party is a legal entity duly organized, validly existing and in good standing under the laws of the jurisdiction of its formation and has the power and authority to enter into this Agreement and to perform its obligations and consummate the transactions contemplated hereby. (ii) The execution, delivery and performance of this Agreement and the transactions contemplated hereby by such party have been duly and validly authorized by all necessary action on the part of the party, and this Agreement has been duly and validly executed and delivered by the party. (iii) This Agreement constitutes the valid and binding agreement of the party, enforceable against the party in accordance with its terms. (iv) There is no proceeding pending or, to the best of the party's knowledge, threatened that would call into question the validity or enforceability of this Agreement against such party or would adversely affect the party's ability to consummate this Agreement and the transactions contemplated hereby. (b) Contemporaneously with the execution and delivery of this Agreement, each party shall deliver an incumbency certificate, in form and substance reasonably satisfactory to the other, as to the officers authorized to act on its behalf under this Agreement. Each party shall update its respective incumbency certificates from time to time to reflect any changes in such authorized officers.
9. Notices. All communications and notices permitted or required under this Agreement shall be in writing and shall be sent: (i) by hand delivery; or (ii) by commercial overnight courier; or (iii) by certified mail, postage prepaid, return receipt requested to a party using the following information, or such other information as a party has given to the other party in the manner specified in this Section 9:
If to Contractor: M&T Insurance Agency, Inc.
285 Delaware Avenue Buffalo, New York 14202 Attn:
If to Client: City School District of the City of
Niagara Falls, New York 630 66th Street Niagara Falls, NY 14304 Attn: Superintendent of Schools
With Copy To: City School District Clerk 630 66th Street Niagara Falls, NY 14304
A notice hereunder shall be deemed given: (a) upon receipt, in the case of hand delivery; or (b) one day after delivery to the courier, in the case of commercial overnight courier; or (c) five calendar days after deposit in the U.S. mail, in the case of certified mail, regardless of the date of actual delivery or whether delivery is ever in fact made. If a notice under this Agreement is refused by the addressee thereof, then the notice shall be deemed to have been given and effective as of the date provided in this Section 9.
10. Assignment: The services to be rendered by the Contractor under this Agreement are unique and personal. Accordingly, except as may otherwise be provided in this Contract, the Contractor shall not transfer or assign any of the rights or delegate any of the duties or obligations under this Contract and any attempted such transfer, assignment or delegation shall be wholly void.
11. Other Agreements. This Agreement and the rights and obligations of the parties hereunder shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of New York, without regard to choice of law principles. This Agreement (including the above recitals which are a substantive part hereof) and the schedules and exhibits hereto constitute the complete and exclusive expression of the terms of the agreement between the parties, and supersede all prior or contemporaneous oral or written agreements, arrangements and understandings among the parties with respect to the subject matter of this Agreement. No amendment to this Agree‐ment shall be effective unless it is in writing and signed by duly authorized representatives of each of the parties hereto. A purported waiver of any right or condition set forth herein shall not be valid for any purpose unless in writing and signed by the part against whom such waiver is asserted. This Agreement is for the sole and exclusive benefit of, and shall be binding upon, the parties hereto and their successors and permitted assigns, and there are no third party beneficiaries of this Agreement.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties, by their duly authorized officers, have executed this Agreement as of the date set forth above.
M&T INSURANCE AGENCY, INC.
By:
Title:
Name:
CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS, NEW YORK
By: Title:
Name:
Schedule A Plans • Medicare‐ Blue Cross Blue Shield of Western New York $10.00‐ $15.00 Per Contract Per Month‐ Included in the Monthly Premium
• Medicare‐ United Healthcare $14.00 Per Contract Per Month‐ Included in the Monthly Premium
• Delta Dental‐ No Commissions • Guardian‐ Standard Commissions
Schedule B Consultant/Broker/Administrative Services
The services to be performed by the Contractor as Consultant/Broker and Administrator shall include but not be limited to the following: 1. Ongoing monitoring of Healthcare Reform 2. Negotiations of Medicare medical and prescription drug plan designs and premium proposals for active and retired employees. 3. Design and administration of HRA, FSA and Dependent Care Accounts for both Active and Retiree programs. Including Summary Plan Descriptions (SPD) for all. 4. COBRA Services, including Initial and Qualifying Event notices and premium remittance. 5. Providing a thorough analysis of clients’ current benefit methodologies for active and retired employees and benchmark them against regional and national platforms. 6. Providing funding alternatives customized around the Client’s Claims Experience and
Fiscal Needs.
7. Purchasing insurance benefits as Broker when applicable 8. Providing updates in legislation and information from DOL website and other pertinent information specific to the Client. 9. Coordinating and assisting in conjunction with the District’s renewal process. 10. Assisting in reviewing, evaluating, developing, customizing, implementing for post 65 medical and entire district’s population for dental, life, FSA and HRA programs. 11. Performing due diligence on all the vendors that could fit the Client’s needs.
12. Assisting participants with HIPAA compliance questions to choose the appropriate health plan to meet their family needs for Medicare eligible retirees. 13. Advising and consulting with management on all areas of employee benefits, identify problem areas or areas of concern and recommend solutions to resolve any such problems or concerns. 14. Preparing and assisting in developing a long‐term cost controlling strategy for the Client. 15. Performing third party administration for the District’s Flexible spending and Health
Reimbursement accounts. 16. Developing strategy for implementing group benefit meetings for the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls, New York.
Motion to approve Consultant/Broker Agreement and Business Associate Agreement Between City School District of The City of Niagara Falls, New York And M&T Insurance Agency, Inc. For 7/1/2021‐6/30/2024
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Clara Dunn. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.08 Approval of Payment to NYS Association of Small City School Districts For 2021‐ 2022 Membership In Association Motion to approve Payment to NYS Association of Small City School Districts For 2021‐2022 Membership In Association
RESOLVED, That the Board hereby approves the payment of Annual Membership Dues to New York Association of Small City School Districts in the amount of $9,880; and RESOLVED, That the contract is subject to such modifications as the Superintendent and School District Attorney deem appropriate, and RESOLVED, That the President of the Board be authorized and directed to approve the invoice for these fees for Fiscal year 2021‐2022; and RESOLVED, That the District Clerk be directed to obtain the signature of the President of the Board on this Invoice once it has been received by the District.
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Ronald J Barstys. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.09 Approval for the Construction of Walk‐In Freezer at Harry F. Abate Elementary School RESOLVED, That the Board approve the proposed project to build a new walk‐in freezer at Harry F. Abate Elementary School; and be it further RESOLVED, That the District submit all the requisite plans and documents required to the State Education Department for their review. Motion to approve the Construction of Walk‐In Freezer at Harry F. Abate Elementary School
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Ronald J Barstys. Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.10 Approval of Standardization Purchase of Motorola Two‐Way Radio Systems For All Buildings In The District As Part of The City School District of The City of Niagara Falls RESOLVED, That the Board of Education hereby approves the standardization for the purchase of Motorola Two‐way Radio System in accordance with all applicable provisions of General Municipal Law Section 103 for installation in its Buildings as part of its IT Project Inventing Tomorrow Capital Project.
Motion to approve Standardization Purchase of Motorola Two‐Way Radio Systems For All Buildings In The District As Part of The City School District of The City of Niagara Falls
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Ronald J Barstys. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.11 Approval of Use of Pesticide on the Grounds of Niagara Falls High School for the Control of Ticks
RESOLVED that the Board of Education hereby authorizes the use of pesticide for the control of ticks on school grounds at Niagara Falls High School; and RESOLVED that the Board directs the Administrator for School Business Services provide at least 48‐hour prior notification to all required and appropriate parties; and further RESOLVED the Director of Facilities prepare the appropriate notifications and signage and he is hereby directed to post such signage around the affected grounds warning of the use of pesticide.
Motion to approve Use of Pesticide on the Grounds of Niagara Falls High School for the Control of Ticks
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Ronald J Barstys. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.12 Approval of Payment No. 13 to Scrufari Construction Co, LLC. For General Contractor Work, Contract #106, for the Stewardship Capital Project
RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approves the payment of $111,863.43 to Scrufari Construction Co LLC, 3925 Hyde Park Blvd Niagara Falls, NY 14305 in accordance with the Application and Certificate for Payment #13; and further RESOLVED, That the appropriation be expended from the Capital Fund and submitted as a claim for State Aid reimbursement according to the State formula for school buildings.
Motion to approve Payment No. 13 to Scrufari Construction Co, LLC. For General Contractor Work, Contract #106, for the Stewardship Capital Project
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Anthony F Paretto. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.13 Approval of Payment No. 14 to John W. Danforth Company for Mechanical / HVAC Work, Contract #108/109, for the Stewardship Capital Project RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approves the payment of $61,332.80 to John W. Danforth Company, 300 Colvin Woods Parkway Tonawanda, NY 14150 in accordance with the Application and Certificate for Payment #14; and further RESOLVED, That the appropriation be expended from the Capital Fund and submitted as a claim for State Aid reimbursement according to the State formula for school buildings.
Motion to approve Payment No. 14 to John W. Danforth Company for Mechanical / HVAC Work, Contract #108/109, for the Stewardship Capital Project RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approves the payment of $153,197.71 to CamCo General Contracting Inc., 10994 Tinkham Rd Darien, NY 14040 in accordance with the Application and Certificate for Payment #2; and further RESOLVED, That the appropriation be expended from the General Fund and submitted as a claim for reimbursement through the School District’s insurance company, NYSIR.
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Anthony F Paretto. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.14 Approval of Payment No. 2 to CamCo General Contracting Inc. for General Contractor Work, Contract #112, for the Reconstruction Of The Maintenance Garage RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approves the payment of $153,197.71 to CamCo General Contracting Inc., 10994 Tinkham Rd Darien, NY 14040 in accordance with the Application and Certificate for Payment #2; and further RESOLVED, That the appropriation be expended from the General Fund and submitted as a claim for reimbursement through the School District’s insurance company, NYSIR. Motion to approve Payment No. 2 to CamCo General Contracting Inc. for General Contractor Work, Contract #112, for the Reconstruction Of The Maintenance Garage
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Anthony F Paretto. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.15 Approval of Payment No. 2 to MLP Plumbing & Mechanical Inc. for Plumbing Work, Contract 113, for the Reconstruction of the Maintenance Garage RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approves the payment of $4,801.10 to MLP Plumbing & Mechanical Inc, 3198 Union Rd. Cheektowaga, NY 14227 in accordance with the Application and Certificate for Payment #2; and further RESOLVED, That the appropriation be expended from the General Fund and submitted as a claim for reimbursement through the School District’s insurance company, NYSIR. Motion to approve Payment No. 2 to MLP Plumbing & Mechanical Inc. for Plumbing Work, Contract 113, for the Reconstruction of the Maintenance Garage
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Anthony F Paretto. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.16 Approval of Payment No. 2 to Mollenberg‐Betz, Inc. For Mechanical / HVAC Work, Contract 114, for the Reconstruction of the Maintenance Garage Motion to approve Payment No. 2 to Mollenberg‐Betz, Inc. For Mechanical / HVAC Work, Contract 114, for the Reconstruction of the Maintenance Garage RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approves the payment of $38,060.00 to Mollenberg‐Betz Inc., 300 Scott St. Buffalo, NY 14201 in accordance with the Application and Certificate for Payment #2; and further RESOLVED, That the appropriation be expended from the General Fund and submitted as a claim for reimbursement through the School District’s insurance company, NYSIR. Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Anthony F Paretto. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 6.17 Approval of Payment No. 2 to Ferguson Electric Construction Co., Inc. for Electrical Work, Contract #115, for the Reconstruction of the Maintenance Garage RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approves the payment of $27,900.00 to Ferguson Electric Co., Inc. 333 Ellicott St. Buffalo, NY 14203 in accordance with the Application and Certificate for Payment #2; and further RESOLVED, That the appropriation be expended from the General Fund and submitted as a claim for reimbursement through the School District’s insurance company, NYSIR. Motion to approve Payment No. 2 to Ferguson Electric Construction Co., Inc. for Electrical Work, Contract #115, for the Reconstruction of the Maintenance Garage
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Anthony F Paretto. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
7. Review of Proposed Policies Table: 7.01 None
8. Information and Reports
COMMENTS:
Superintendent of Schools: Expressed being humbled and honored by the support of his contract extension, appreciates support of community and Board. He reminded all that accomplishments are achieved through a team, including all staff and the Board itself. Congrated Messrs. Bass Bilson and Ms. Street Walker for running and supporting public education. Friday will turn on Air Conditioning 1 year ahead of schedule so nine of 11 schools will be fully climate controlled year‐round. Graduation update will be held June 26 on the football field; each graduate will receive four tickets. The following dates have been established: June 21: Senior awards and scholarships June 18: prom – masquerade ball‐themed – and a post prom celebration. June 12: city wide parade. Signing day for the trades, now PTECH, for prep schools June 30 at 4 p.m.
Mr. Laurrie also thanked the Rev. Dr. Beaman for attending the celebration naming him an Outstanding Alumni.
ADDRESSING SPEAKERS: Students: The students are right and spoke with eloquence and skill. Congratulations to them on that. A meeting should be arranged with Mr. Laurrie and Mr. Smeal. Mr. Cauley: Regarding diversity training: all NFT staff have been trained through an introductory course. This is not enough alone, but two follow‐ups are coming; nonteaching staff will be included as well and the District is planning next year’s round of training around addressing implicit bias. Regarding Critical Race Theory – the Superintendent was approached on the topic, has not discussed, and is not in support of it.
Those concerned with Renaming: The topic was the sole discussed this evening and the process is moving forward.
Mrs. Dunn: Thanked the young people who spoke, congratulated all the candidates for stepping up. To the Men Standing Strong Group, the Board heard you. Congratulated Mr. Laurrie on his contract extension.
Mr. Paretto: Congratulated Mr. Bass, Mr. Bilson, and Mr. Laurrie; thanked Mrs. Glaser for her running of the lection; she is an asset to this district. The District is lucky to have Mr. Laurrie. Mr. Bislon: Congratulated Mr. Laurrie; the speakers, especially the youth. Thanked Board for its welcoming and guidance in the last year. Thanked Mr. Petrozzi advice. Thanked his fellow candidates. Nick: Congratulated Mr. Bass, Mr. Bilson. Mr. Kudela: Congratulated Mr. Bass, Mr. Bilson, and Mr. Laurrie. Dr. Barstys: To Ms. Street‐Walker – it took class and courage to show up and meet board after standing for election unsuccessfully; congratulations and good for her. Dr. Bartsys thanked the speakers, other candidates and Mrs. Glaser for her efforts. Mr. Petrozzi: Congratulated Mr. Bass, Mr. Bilson, and Mr. Laurrie Speakers – its coming. Youth speakers ‐ great job. Thanked the Board for its nomination for the Dyer award. Mr. Cancemi: Thanked all, congratulated the candidates and Mr. Laurrie. The District is lucky to have him.
9. Advanced Planning Information: 9.01 Future Agenda Items Information: 9.02 Future Meeting Dates
10. Adjournment Information: 10.01 Meeting Adjourned
11. Statutory Meeting 8 p.m. Information: 11.01 Call to Order
Information: 11.02 Purpose of Statutory Meeting Information: 11.03 Tabulation of Results
Action: 11.04 Certification of Election/Budget Vote Results RESOLVED, That the Board of Education of the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls, in the County of Niagara and the State of New York, hereby certify that the following is a correct statement of the results of the Annual School Election/Budget Vote held in said City on the 18th day of May in the year two thousand and twenty-one; namely: That the number of votes tabulated pursuant to the recanvass conducted this date (May 18, 2021) resulted in the following candidates and proposition receiving the votes listed:
Earl F. Bass 1132 Robert Bilson 900 Gwendolyn Streeter-Walker 365 Write-Ins 10 and, RESOLVED, That the Board of Education of the School District of the
City of Niagara Falls, in the County of Niagara and the State of New York, hereby certify that the following is a correct statement of the result of the Annual School Election/Budget Vote held in said City on the 18th day of May in the year two thousand and twenty-one; on Proposition Number One:
“Shall the Board of Education of the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls be authorized to expend the sums set forth in the proposed 2021-2022 budget in the total amount of $153,148,179 and to levy the necessary tax?”
The whole number of votes given for Proposition No. 1 was 1,251 of which Yes Received 1084 No Received 167
and,
RESOLVED, That the Board of Education of the School District of the
City of Niagara Falls, in the County of Niagara and the State of New York, hereby certify that the following is a correct statement of the result of the Annual School Election/Budget Vote held in said City on the 18th day of May in the year two thousand and twenty-one;
FURTHER RESOLVED, That, in accordance with Section 2610 of the Education Law, Earl F. Bass and Robert Bilson, the two candidates who received the largest number of votes, will each be entitled to serve a five-year term of office beginning on July 1, 2021, be it; FURTHER RESOLVED, That in accordance with Section 2610 of the Education Law, that Proposition No. 1 - General Budget, receiving 1,084 votes cast in the affirmative be declared adopted.
Adoption of Resolution Certifying the School Election/Budget Vote Results
Motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Ronald J Barstys. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Action: 11.06 Adjournment Motion to enter executive session at 8:30 for the purpose of discussing two instances of a possible promotion of a person; one instance of possible prosecution of a criminal offense; one issue which could impair public safety if publicly discussed.
Motion by Ronald J Barstys, second by Paul Kudela. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Motion to exit Executive Session at adjourn in memory of:
Gail Andres, aunt of Central Office Secretary Linda Hohmann. Gregory Hawk, NYSIR Regional Manager for Member Support and Marketing with whom the District worked closely. Brian Kurtis, father of Hyde Park PEP Teaching Assistant Laura Hood, father-in-law of Niagara Falls High School Safety Officer Eric Hood. JoAnn H. Rand, retired teacher, mother in law of Elizabeth Carroll.
at 9p.m on a motion by Mr. Kudela seconded by Mr. Bilson. Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Vincent Cancemi, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
Respectfully submitted,
Judith Glaser
*P = Presentation PS = Problem Solving D = Decision Making F = Feedback (Information Sharing) (Information Processing) (Information Sharing)
BOARD REVIEW SESSION NIAGARA FALLS BOARD OF EDUCATION June 10, 2021
PRESENT: Dr. Barstys, Mr. Bass, Mr. Bilson, Mr. Cancemi, Mrs. Dunn, Mr. Paretto, Mr. Petrozzi, Mr. Vilardo. EXCUSED: Mr. Kudela
Seal of Bi‐Literacy ‐ Mrs. Capone and Mrs. Baldassarre presented the following information regarding the Seal of Bi‐Literacy:
The Seal indicates a graduating student has achieved fluency in two languages. Presentations must be made in both languages, and a level of mastery in each must be achieved, demonstrated by passing a Checkpoint C exam. The number of students has doubled since the District began offering a pathway to the NYS Seal of Bi‐Literacy. This is an achievement both academically and in terms of diversity.
The following students earned the Seal of Bi‐Literacy in the indicated areas:
Emma Cook – English/Spanish Isabella Finklea – English/Spanish Ashardeep Gill – Punjabi/English Hina Khalid – Urdu/English Hayley Mundy – English/Spanish Ali Nagi – Arabic/English Thi Mong Thy Nguyen – Vietnamese/English Neelam Qadus – Urdu/English Heriberto Rivera‐Rodriguez – Spanish/English David Wagner – English/Spanish
International Kite Festival – Guest Ken Hamilton presented information on the topic and offered a written document explaining the benefits of studying kites and cross curricular connections that can be realized by undertaking a study of kites and participation in the International Kite Festival, planned for the third week in October, possibly at Gratwick Park or behind NFHS.
Capital Projects – The following update was provided by Anne Dafchik and April Bradley (Buffalo Building Consultants, Clarke Patterson Lee, respectively):
Air conditioning running at Maple Avenue, Hyde Park, GJ Mann; at 79th Street still working on the air conditioning.
Change Orders were explained and discussed (for work at Mann and LaSalle Prep); these will be voted on June 24.
NFHS Year End Events ‐ Following are End of Year Activities for the Class of 2021: DISTRIBUTION DAY Cap/Gown/Tassel, Yearbook Pickup, Adopt a Senior, Lawn Sign sales, Class Day Picnic ticket sales ‐ Wednesday June 2nd (2:00 ‐ 7:30 pm) Students were given their times in the Class of 2021 Student Only Team and are posted on both sides of the first floor of NFHS Souvenir Journal (Grad Book) Ads ‐ Due Monday, June 7th Class Day Parade and Picnic ‐ Saturday June 12 (Parade) 11:00 am ‐ 12:30 pm (Picnic) 1:00 pm ‐ 3 pm Senior Celebration Extravaganza and Masquerade ‐ Friday, June18 –6:00 –12:00 a.m. – Senior Awards and Scholarships Night ‐ Monday June 21 (6:00 pm) Graduation Rehearsal Friday, June 25th‐MANDATORY GRADUATION REHEARSAL ‐10:30 A.M.‐ Graduation ‐ Saturday, June 26th–GRADUATION‐2:00 P.M.‐ Graduation (Rain Date) ‐ Sunday, June 27th–GRADUATION (RAIN DATE)‐2:00 P.M.‐ Graduation (STUDENTS ONLY) (Rain Date #2) ‐ Sunday, June 27th–ALTERNATE INDOOR GRADUATION CEREMONY (IF IT RAINS ON JUNE 26 AND 27) ‐2:00 P.M., IN THE P.A.C.
Selecting A Naming Committee – A discussion was held. The following is a summary of consensus reached:
The Committee will be comprised of 10 people plus a Board member. A Board member will chair the committee per policy, and will run the meetings, perhaps the President. At least one of the two representatives of Men Standing Strong will be included. The Board will use an affinity chart to winnow the list and will do so by July 1. Interested Board members will declare their interest separately to the Board President by July 1. Updates: minutes will be taken by the Clerk, shared with Board periodically.
Review of June 24 Agenda – A review of the June 24 agenda was held.
Other updates:
COVID related expenses: $12,193 is all State is still withholding in grant money. LaSalle Educational Club dinner 6 p.m. tomorrow NFHS; 20 scholarships to be awarded. Wednesday‐ District met with Standard & Poors; District rating is likely to improve. Have not heard back from NYS on Sister Schools. CFE: Successful in Maisto case; Attorney General doesn’t know if Governor will appeal. Report on Social Justice from city: the Superintendent and Board members were taken aback by the report; somewhat far‐reaching as the City does not run the school district. The District is run by the School Board. The Superintendent will not respond to report. Putting together team of NFHS staff with the sole purpose of reconnecting NFHS students.
The Board entered Executive Session at 8:10 p.m. on a motion by Mr. Vilardo and seconded by Mr. Bilson for the purpose of discussing the possible suspension or dismissal of individuals; contract negotiation under Taylor Law. All in favor.
The Board exited Executive Session at 9:45 p.m. on a motion by Mr. Bass and seconded by Mr. Vilardo. CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS Niagara Falls, New York June 24, 2021 Agenda Review Session 5:30 p.m.
Summer Programs: Mr. Carella presented the following information: It is nice to be back after missing last year due to COVID. Cataract and Hyde Park schools have 673 students enrolled Camps include academics and recreation 197 prep and high school students have so far registered for Summer Sports and Enrichment Camp Camps at NFHS also include: Camp Wolverine Extended School Year E‐Sports Camp with NU The District will participate with the West Side Rowing Club to offer a one week experience; 11 students have signed up to date. P‐TECH Summer: grade 8 algebra ‐ 42 students enrolled
Reviews of the June 24 and July 1 meetings were held.
6:30 p.m. Public Hearing on American Recovery. Mr. Laurrie and staff reviewed the plans for a safe autumn return to school and how use the federal monies. The plan will be on website. Members of the public may e‐mail Mr. Laurrie if they have feedback. $30,117,034 was awarded to be used through 9/2024. More than 20% of this sum is set aside for learning loss. Instruction: evidence‐based interventions will be implemented, especially for those most impacted, i.e., students who are: High Risk or who show Academic learning loss Extended learning opportunity for remedial or enrichment Those with social/emotional needs.
Literacy: The District proposes selecting and training eight (8) additional teachers in Reading Recovery to provide Tier 3 services to the lowest performing 1st grade pupils in all elementary schools. Estimated ARP cost: $720,000 annually, or 2,160,000 over three years. Literacy: The District proposes purchasing supplemental reading materials to support delivery of differentiated reading instruction in grades Kindergarten, 1 and 2. Estimated nonrenewable cost: $125,000.
STEM: The District proposes selecting an additional teacher to provide enriched, project‐based instruction to pupils in grades Kindergarten, 1 and 2 at the Primary Sister Schools. Estimated ARPA cost: $90,000 per year or $270,000 over 3 years.
Elementary Mathematics – renewable expenses: Elementary Enrichment and Academic Intervention Service Programming: The District proposes selecting 12 teachers and Teaching Assistants to provide enrichment and Tier 2 mathematics intervention to grades Kindergarten to 6 students in all 8 elementary schools. Estimated ARP cost per year: $1,900,000, or $5,700,000 over 3 years.
Elementary Mathematics – nonrenewable expenses: Curriculum supplies and materials for providing direct instruction to students. Estimated ARP cost: $150,000. Professional development for Enrichment and Academic Intervention Service Program teachers, TAs, classroom teachers and physical education Teachers. Estimated ARPA cost: $35,000.
Technology: Replacement of location based fiber: SSBA funded. ($204,515) Network switches, servers, modules, etc: E‐Rate aid (1.200,000) BOCES aid ($300,000) Prep and HS student laptop replacement: BOCES aid. (3.200,000) NFT laptop replacement: BOCES aid. ($700,000) Security camera upgrades: SSBA funded ($1.200,000) Raptor Visitor management system implementation: SSBA funded ($34,000) Wireless Access Point Replacements: Erate aid BOCES aid Smartboard Replacements: ($3,6000,000) Covid student laptop losses/replacements: BOCES aid Alternative Device Purchases Access control replacements: SSBA funded Desktop computer and printer replacements Administration and CEC network improvements Elementary laptop refresh Additional security camera upgrades: SSBA funded
The NFCSD proposes using ARP funds to improve District facilities as listed below: Installing water bottle filling stations in place of all current drinking fountains – estimated ARP cost: $300,000. Construction of an outdoor playground at Niagara Street Elementary School – estimated ARP cost: $300,000. Replacement of outdated fitness equipment at NFHS – Estimated ARP cost: $147,000. Replacement of cafeteria furniture at schools not updated during the 20‐21 school year – estimated ARP cost: $270,000. Replacement of musical instruments across District schools – estimated ARP cost: $250,000.
There was no public comment. The Public Hearing concluded at 7:06 p.m.
Regular Board Meeting 7:06 pm
Information: 2.01 Call To Order at 7:06 p.m. Information: 2.02 Pledge of Allegiance Information: 2.03 Prayer Action, Information: 2.04 Roll Call Present: Dr. Barstys, Mr. Bass, Mr. Bilson, Mrs. Dunn, Mr. Kudela, Mr. Paretto, Mr. Petrozzi, Mr. Vilardo Excused: Mr. Cancemi
3. Letters and Communications Information: 3.01 Oral Communications ‐ Special Presentations Mr. Bilson presented with certificates of State mandated training. Robotics Students: Sean Weatherston and Vincent Lodovico placed seventh out of 11,500 teams to complete in the world. With NFT President Mr. Weiss, Mr. Laurrie presented the NFT/NFBOE Minority Future Teacher Scholarship to recipients Aliece McClain (Brockport), Natalie Hill (U.B.) , and Guy Baker (UB). Each will receive a $2,000 scholarship.
Golden Apples, the District’s highest award, were presented to: Lori Schoenfeld, director of nursing services for Niagara County: During the pandemic, she has been an invaluable resource to the District.
Dr. Rajinder Bajwa, Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center: Dr. Bajwa specializes an infectious disease and internal medicine. During the pandemic, he has been an invaluable resource to the District.
3.02 Written Communications
4. Recommended Actions from the Superintendent of Schools ‐ Routine Matters
Items 4.01 and 4.02 approved on a motion by Nicholas Vilardo, second by Anthony F Paretto. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn 4.01 Minutes – May 2021 4.02 Approval of Budget Transfer ‐ #11 (SG 3)
Items 4.03 approved on a motion by Nicholas Vilardo, second by Anthony F Paretto. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
4.03 Approval of the following bids – (SG 3) 1. Resolution of Acceptance of Bid 1 Electrical Supplies School Year 2021‐2022 2. Resolution of Acceptance of Bid 2 Plumbing Supplies School Year 2021‐2022 3. Resolution of Acceptance of Bid #15 Live Stream Technology Equipment School year 2020‐2021 4.04 Treasurer's Reports – May 2021 (SG 3) Received & filed. 4.05 Budget Status Report – June 2021 (SG 3) Received & filed.
Item 4.06 approved on a motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Rob Bilson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn 4.06 Personnel Report – Certificated (SG 2)
Item 4.07 approved on a motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Rob Bilson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn 4.07 Personnel Report – Classified (SG 2) Items 4.08 and 4.09 approved on a motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Russell Petrozzi. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
4.08 Reports from Committee on Special Education (SG 1) 4.09 Reports from Committee on Preschool Special Education (SG 1) Item 4.10 approved on a motion by Russell Petrozzi, second by Paul Kudela. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn 4.10 Short‐Term Contracts: (SG 1, 2, 3) 1. Buffalo Hearing and Speech Special Education Augmentative Evaluation $280.00 F2250 404‐098‐0722 2. Thomas J. Wilcox Talent Show and Virtual Performance – GPS $1,200 A2280.409.007 June 2021 3. Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center Athletic Training for Summer Camp Activities $7,340 F2110.404.098.2422 F2110.404.045.6622 July 6, 2021 – July 29, 2021 4. Bowl O’ Drome Bowling for Summer Camp $5,500 F2110.404.098.2422 F2110.404.045.6622 July 6, 2021 – July 29, 2021 5. Annette Baumgarden Oakwood Cemetery Historical Tour $150.00 F2070.404.045.8122 July 20, 2021 6. Kristin LaBeau Principles of Extraordinary Math Workshop$1,750 F2070.404.045.8122 July 7, 2021 – Sept 1, 2021 20 hours 7. Kristin LaBeau Number sense – Math Workshop $1,000 F2070.404.045.8122 July 7, 2021 – July 25, 2021 8 hours 8. Gregory Fabiano, PhD Training Teachers on working with students $0.00 On‐going 2020‐2021 2021‐2022 9. Allen Booker – Booker College Planning Summer 2021 College Planning Seminars $2,000 F2020 404 098 6321 Summer 2021 10. Lomax Barnes Independent Church of God Support for Truancy Program Monthly rate NTE $1,666 F2110.409.007 July 2021 and August 2021 11. Daemen College‐ The Center for Applied Behavior Analysis Training for staff in autism, speech, and behavioral programs $2,812.50 F2250.404.098.0722 3.75 hours each day for 6 days July & August
5. Unfinished Business
5.01 None
6. New Business Item 6.01 and 6.02 approved on a motion by Nicholas Vilardo, second by Rob Bilson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn 6.01 Approval of Receipt of Gift Thermo‐Fisher Scientific (SG 3)
RESOLVED, That the Niagara Falls Board of Education gratefully accepts the donation of Amazon Gift Cards for the purchase of supplies for the District STEM Program; and RESOLVED, That the District Clerk be directed to send a letter of appreciation to Michelle Swaggard and Shaquille Watson of Thermo‐Fisher Scientific, 3175 Staley Rd. Grand Island, New York 14072
6.02 Approval of Receipt of Gift From The Joseph And Riva Mehr Fund at The Community Foundation For Greater Buffalo (SG 1)
RESOLVED, That the Niagara Falls Board of Education on behalf of the Camp Wolverine Functional Skills Summer Camp, gratefully accept the gift of $5,000.00 and RESOLVED, That the District Clerk be directed to send a letter of appreciation to Ms. Vicki J. Mehr, 728 Tuscarora Street, Lewiston, NY 14092 Item 6.03 approved on a motion by Nicholas Vilardo, second by Anthony F Paretto. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn 6.03 Approval of Nomination of Linda R. Hoffman for Placement on the Ballot for The Election of Member of the New York State School Boards Association Board of Directors from Area I (SG 4) RESOLVED, That Linda R. Hoffman be nominated by the Niagara Falls Board of Education and that the School District Clerk be authorized and directed to forward her name as the Board of Education's nominee, and further RESOLVED, That the District Clerk be and she is hereby directed to send a certified copy of this resolution with the nomination of Linda R. Hoffman to Mary Metheny, Executive Assistant of the New York School Boards Association, on school district stationery no later than August 2, 2021.
Items 6.04 and 6.05 approved on a motion by Earl F Bass, second by Paul Kudela. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn 6.04 Approval of District Code of Conduct, as Amended, and Filing with the New York State Commissioner of Education (SG 1) RESOLVED that the Board of Education does hereby approve and adopt the Code of Conduct as amended, after review by the Committee; and be it further RESOLVED, that the Code of Conduct as amended and hereby adopted be filed with the New York State Commissioner of Education as required by law and regulations; and be it further RESOLVED, that the President of the Board and District Clerk are hereby directed to do all things necessary to effectuate the purpose of this Resolution.
6.05 Approval of Comprehensive District‐Wide School Safety Plan, as Amended, and Filing with the New York State Commissioner of Education (SG 1)
RESOLVED that the Board of Education does hereby approve and adopt the Comprehensive District‐ Wide School Safety Plan as amended, after review by the District‐Wide School Safety Committee; and be it further RESOLVED, that the Comprehensive District‐Wide School Safety Plan as amended and hereby adopted be filed with the New York State Commissioner of Education as required by law and regulations; and be it further RESOLVED, that the President of the Board and District Clerk are hereby directed to do all things necessary to effectuate the purposes of this Resolution.
Item 6.06 approved on a motion by motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Rob Bilson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
6.06 Approval To Bind Property And Equipment, General Liability, Automobile, Umbrella, Inland Marine, Cyber And Crime Insurance With The New York State Insurance Reciprocal (“NYSIR”), As Proposed For The Dollar Amount Of $561,000; To Bind Crime Coverage Through Travelers Casualty And Surety Company Of America For The Dollar Amount Of $4,373; To Bind Excess Workers Compensation Insurance With The Arch Insurance Company Through Usi As Broker, As Proposed For The Dollar Amount Of $142,995 And To Bind Student Accident Insurance With Pupil Benefits Plan, Inc. (“Pupil Benefits”), As Proposed For The Dollar Amount Of $13,500, For The Period July 1, 2021 To June 30, 2022 (Sg 3)
RESOLVED, The Board of Education approves binding property and equipment, general liability, automobile, umbrella, inland marine, cyber and crime insurance with NYSIR, as proposed for the dollar amount of $561,000; to bind crime insurance through Travelers Casualty and Surety Company of America, as proposed for the dollar amount of $4,373; binding excess workers compensation insurance with the Arch Insurance Company through USI as broker, as proposed for the dollar amount $142,995 and binding student accident insurance with Pupil Benefits, as proposed for the dollar amount of $13,500, for the period July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2022; and be it further RESOLVED, that the Board of Education authorizes the Superintendent of Schools to bind the aforementioned insurances as described therein.
Item 6.07 and 6.08 approved on a motion by Rob Bilson, second by Earl F Bass. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn 6.07 Approval of Contract Between The City School District of the City of Niagara Falls and Via Evaluation, Inc. for Professional Evaluation Services Required for 21st Century, Family Community Engagement, and Mental Health Professional Demonstration Grants Programming 7/1/21—06/30/22 (SG 1)
RESOLVED, That the Contract between City School District of the City of Niagara Falls and Via Evaluation, Inc., for independent grant evaluation services at a cost not to exceed $147,479.00 for period July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022 attached hereto, be and the same is hereby approved; and be it further RESOLVED, That the Contract is subject to such modifications as the Superintendent and School District Attorney deem appropriate, and be it further RESOLVED, That the President of the Niagara Falls Board of Education be authorized to execute said contract; and RESOLVED, That the District Clerk be directed to obtain the signature of the President of the Board. CONTRACT FOR INDEPENDENT GRANT EVALUATION SERVICES BY BY INDEPENDENT CONSULTANT
THIS AGREEMENT, made this 24th day of June, 2021 by and between the CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT, 630 66th Street, Niagara Falls, New York 14304, the first party, and Via Evaluation, Inc., 325 Delaware Avenue, Suite 100, Buffalo, NY 14202, the second party.
WITNESSETH:
IN CONSIDERATION OF the provisions and mutual covenants hereinafter set forth, the parties do hereby, MUTUALLY AGREE as follows:
1. Engagement of Second Party: The first party hereby engages the second party as an independent consultant to render to the first party professional grant evaluation services hereinafter described, and the second party hereby accepts such engagement, upon and subject to the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth.
2. Professional Services and Duties of the Second Party: The second party shall provide and render to the first party the usual and customary services of a consultant as they relate to grant evaluation which services shall include but not be limited to the following:
a. In‐person and phone‐based meetings and consultation
b. Analysis of all data necessary to meet requirements of the evaluation portion of the 21st Century Elementary and Prep, Family Community Engagement, and Mental Health Professional Demonstration Grant Initiatives awarded by the New York State Education Department and U.S. Department of Education
c. Customary Document Preparation and reporting of required data to appropriate parties
All of these functions shall be performed in consultation with the Superintendent of Schools. This consultant should possess a thorough knowledge of grant evaluation.
4. Relationship Between the Parties: The second party shall not be an employee of the first party. The second party is engaged by the first party only for the purposes and to the extent set forth in this Agreement and the relationship to the first party during the term of this agreement shall be solely and exclusively that of the professional consultant to perform only the services hereinbefore expressly set forth in the exclusive capacity of independent consultant only and in no event as servant or employee. Except as specifically set forth herein, neither party shall have the power to control the activities and operations of the other and their status at all times will continue to be that of independent contractor.
5. Compensation to Second Party: Upon receipt of due invoice indicating duties performed, the first party shall pay to the second party for services rendered in sum to exceed $147,479.00 in four quarterly installments of $36,869.75 on September 15th, 2021, January 15th, 2022, March 15th, 2022, and June 15th, 2022 up to the invoice date. The Second Party shall submit invoices quarterly on the dates herein stated.. The second party shall deem payment checks payable to the order of the second party full payment to, and acquittance.
5. Taxes and Insurance: As an independent contractor, the second party is responsible for all withholding taxes, insurance, Worker’s Compensation and unemployment insurance. The second party as Independent Contractor shall obtain liability insurance in amounts acceptable to the first party and naming the first party, the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls, as additional party insured and shall file certificates evidencing such insurance with the District prior to commencing services under this Agreement.
6. Indemnification: To the fullest extent permitted by law, the second party shall indemnify and hold harmless the first party its, agents servants and/or employees from and against any and all cost, losses and damages arising out of the performance of its services under this Agreement excepting, however, the negligent acts or omissions of the first party its agents servants and/or employees.
7. Term of Contract: This Contract shall commence July 1, 2021 and terminate June 30, 2022, provided, however, that any party may at any given time terminate this contract in all respects by giving to the other party thirty days advance written notice of its election to terminate the same.
8. Assignment: The services to be rendered by the second party under this Agreement are unique and personal. Accordingly, the second party shall not transfer or assign any of the duties or obligations under this Agreement and any attempted such transfer, assignment or delegation shall be wholly void.
9. Entire Agreement: This Agreement contains the entire agreement of the parties and may be modified or amended only in writing duly subscribed by all of the parties.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement on the day and year first above written.
CONSULTANT CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS
______Jessica Aungst Weitzel President Vincent Cancemi President, Via Evaluation, Inc.
6.08 Approval of Contract Between the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls and Via Evaluation, Inc. For Professional Evaluation Services Required for The Pathways In Technology (P‐Tech) Grant Programming 7/1/2021—06/30/2022 (SG 1) RESOLVED, That the Contract between City School District of the City of Niagara Falls and Via Evaluation, Inc., for independent grant evaluation services, attached hereto, be approved; and be it further RESOLVED, That the Contract is subject to such modifications as the Superintendent and School District Attorney deem appropriate, and be it further RESOLVED, That the President of the Niagara Falls Board of Education be authorized to execute said contract; and RESOLVED, That the District Clerk be directed to obtain the signature of the President of the Board.
CONTRACT FOR INDEPENDENT GRANT EVALUATION SERVICES BY BY INDEPENDENT CONSULTANT
THIS AGREEMENT, made this 24th day of June, 2021 by and between the CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS, 630 66th Street, Niagara Falls, New York 14304, the first party, and Via Evaluation, Inc., 628 Washington Street, Buffalo, NY 14203, the second party.
WITNESSETH:
IN CONSIDERATION OF the provisions and mutual covenants hereinafter set forth, the parties do hereby, MUTUALLY AGREE as follows:
1. Engagement of Second Party: The first party hereby engages the second party as an independent consultant to render to the first party professional grant evaluation services hereinafter described, and the second party hereby accepts such engagement, upon and subject to the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth.
2. Professional Services and Duties of the Second Party: The second party shall provide and render to the first party the usual and customary services of a consultant as they relate to grant evaluation which services shall include but not be limited to the following:
a. In‐person and phone‐based meetings and consultation
b. Work with program staff and partners to continue data collection that includes:
curriculum development log recruitment log record of inquiry‐based Math and Science enrichment offered professional development log parent involvement log program planning log
c. Customary Document Preparation and reporting of required data to appropriate parties
All of these functions shall be performed in consultation with the Superintendent of Schools. This consultant should possess a thorough knowledge of grant evaluation.
3. Relationship between the Parties: The second party shall not be an employee of the first party. The second party is engaged by the first party only for the purposes and to the extent set forth in this Agreement and the relationship to the first party during the term of this agreement shall be solely and exclusively that of the professional consultant to perform only the services hereinbefore expressly set forth in the exclusive capacity of independent consultant only and in no event as servant or employee. Except as specifically set forth herein, neither party shall have the power to control the activities and operations of the other and their status at all times will continue to be that of independent contractor. 4. Compensation to Second Party: Upon receipt of due invoice indicating duties performed, the first party shall pay to the second party for services rendered a sum not to exceed $10,401 in four equal installments of $2,600.25 on October 15, 2021, January 15, 2022, March 15, 2022, and June 1, 2022 up to the invoice date. The second party shall deem payment checks payable to the order of the second party full payment to, and acquittance.
5. Taxes and Insurance: As an independent contractor, the second party is responsible for all withholding taxes, insurance, Worker’s Compensation and unemployment insurance. The second party as Independent Contractor shall obtain liability insurance in amounts acceptable to the first party and naming the first party, City School District Of City Of Niagara Falls, as additional named insured and shall file certificates evidencing such insurance with the District prior to commencing services under this Agreement.
6. Indemnification: To the fullest extent permitted by law, the second party shall indemnify and hold harmless the first party its, agents servants and/or employees from and against any and all cost, losses and damages arising out of the performance of its services under this Agreement excepting, however, the negligent acts or omissions of the first party its agents servants and/or employees.
7. Term of Contract: This Contract shall commence July 1, 2021 and terminate June, 30, 2022, provided, however, that any party may at any given time terminate this contract in all respects by giving to the other party thirty days advance written notice of its election to terminate the same.
8. Assignment: The services to be rendered by the second party under this Agreement are unique and personal. Accordingly, the second party shall not transfer or assign any of the duties or obligations under this Agreement and any attempted such transfer, assignment or delegation shall be wholly void. 9. Entire Agreement: This Agreement contains the entire agreement of the parties and may be modified or amended only in writing duly subscribed by all of the parties.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement on the day and year first above written.
CONSULTANT CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS
Jessica Aungst Weitzel President Vincent Cancemi President, Via Evaluation, Inc.
Item 6.09 approved on a motion by Rob Bilson, second by Earl F Bass. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn 6.09 Approval of Revision of Resolution and Contract Between The City School District Of The City Of Niagara Falls And NMG Evaluation, Inc. For Professional Evaluation Services For Grant Evaluation 09/01/2019 – 08/31/2020 (SG 3)
RESOLVED, That the revised resolution and Contract for professional evaluation services by an independent contractor for independent grant evaluation between the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls and NMG Evaluation, Inc., attached hereto, be approved; and be it further RESOLVED, That the Agreement is subject to such modifications as the Superintendent and School District Attorney deem appropriate, and be it further RESOLVED, That the President of the Niagara Falls Board of Education be authorized to execute said contract; and RESOLVED, That the District Clerk be directed to obtain the signature of the President of the Board.
Item 6.10 – 6.15 approved on a motion by Paul Kudela, second by Anthony F Paretto. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
6.10 Approval of Contract With Niagara Falls Boys & Girls Club Through The Empire Grant To Provide Services for the Elementary Summer Extended Learning Program 7/1/21 ‐ 8/31/21 (SG 1)
RESOLVED, That the Contract with Niagara Falls Boys & Girls Club to provide services for the Elementary Summer Extended Learning Program at a cost not to exceed $45,000.00, attached hereto, be approved; and be it further RESOLVED, That the Contract is subject to such modifications as the Superintendent and School District Attorney deem appropriate, and be it further RESOLVED, That the President of the Niagara Falls Board of Education be authorized to execute said contract; and RESOLVED, That the District Clerk be directed to obtain the signature of the President of the Board.
CONTRACT FOR INDEPENDENT SERVICES WITH THE NIAGARA FALLS BOYS & GIRLS CLUB
THIS AGREEMENT, made this 24th day of June, 2021 by and between the CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS, 630 66th Street, Niagara Falls, New York 14304, the first party, and NIAGARA FALLS BOYS & GIRLS CLUB, 725‐17th Street, Niagara Falls, NY 14301, the second party.
WITNESSETH: IN CONSIDERATION OF the provisions and mutual covenants hereinafter set forth, the parties do hereby, MUTUALLY AGREE as follows:
1. Engagement of Second Party: The first party hereby engages the second party as an independent consultant to render to the first party professional independent engaging afterschool and summer activities hereinafter described, and the second party hereby accepts such engagement, upon and subject to the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth.
2. Professional Services and Duties of the Second Party: The second party shall provide and render to the first party the usual and customary services of a consultant as they relate to fulfilling Empire State After‐School Program grant objectives which services shall include but not be limited to the following:
a. Daily enrichment and recreational programming aligned with Elementary Summer Extended Learning Program objectives.
b. Supervision and instruction for the ELP program at two (2) District sites (Hyde Park and Cataract); July 12th – August 13th, 2021 (Monday through Thursday) between the hours of Noon and 3:00pm, including extended time for dismissal of students, as needed.
c. Appropriate record keeping and tracking of student attendance while participating in the ELP program.
d. Ongoing communication and collaboration with Niagara Falls City School District administration and staff, including District ELP Director and Site Coordinators
All of these functions shall be performed in consultation with the Superintendent of Schools. This consultant should possess a thorough knowledge of grant evaluation.
3. Relationship Between the Parties: The second party shall not be an employee of the first party. The second party is engaged by the first party only for the purposes and to the extent set forth in this Contract and the relationship to the first party during the term of this Contract shall be solely and exclusively that of the professional consultant to perform only the services hereinbefore expressly set forth in the exclusive capacity of independent consultant only and in no event as servant or employee. Except as specifically set forth herein, neither party shall have the power to control the activities and operations of the other and their status at all times will continue to be that of independent contractor.
6. Compensation to Second Party: Upon receipt of due invoice indicating duties performed, the first party shall pay to the second party for services rendered a sum not to exceed $45,000.00, payable in 2 installments of $22,500.00 on July 30, 2021 and August 31, 2021. Invoice shall be submitted by the Second Party. The second party shall deem payment checks payable to the order of the second party full payment to, and acquittance.
5. Taxes and Insurance: As an independent contractor, the second party is responsible for all withholding taxes, insurance, Worker’s Compensation and unemployment insurance. The second party as Independent Contractor shall obtain liability insurance in amounts acceptable to the first party and naming the first party, Niagara Falls Board of Education, as additional named insured and shall file certificates evidencing such insurance with the District prior to commencing services under this Agreement.
7. Indemnification: To the fullest extent permitted by law, the second party shall indemnify and hold harmless the first party its, agents servants and/or employees from and against any and all cost, losses and damages arising out of the performance of its services under this Contract excepting, however, the negligent acts or omissions of the first party its agents servants and/or employees.
8. Term of Contract: This Contract shall be effective from July 1, 2021 through August 31, 2021, provided, however, that any party may at any given time terminate this contract in all respects by giving to the other party thirty days advance written notice of its election to terminate the same.
9. Assignment: The services to be rendered by the second party under this Agreement are unique and personal. Accordingly, the second party shall not transfer or assign any of the duties or obligations under this Agreement and any attempted such transfer, assignment or delegation shall be wholly void.
10. Entire Contract: This Contract contains the entire agreement of the parties and may be modified or amended only in writing duly subscribed by all of the parties.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Contract on the day and year first above written.
NIAGARA FALLS BOYS & GIRLS CLUB CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS, NEW YORK
______Rebecca Vincheski James Cancemi Executive Director Board President
6.11 Approval of Contract For Professional Consulting Services Between The City School District of The City Of Niagara Falls And HOGHOL (Formerly F‐BITES) For Summer Program (7‐1‐ 2021 ‐ 8‐31‐2021) (SG 1)
RESOLVED, That the Contract between the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls and HOGHOL for services as part of the 2021 Summer Sports and Enrichment Program at a sum not to exceed $14,500.00 for the period July 1, 2021 through August 31, 2021, attached hereto, be hereby approved; and be it further RESOLVED, That the Contract is subject to such modifications as the Superintendent and School District Attorney deem appropriate; and be it further RESOLVED, That the President of the Niagara Falls Board of Education be authorized to execute said Contract; and RESOLVED, That the District Clerk be directed to obtain the signature of the President of the Board.
HOGHOL
THIS CONTRACT, made this 24th day of June, by and between the CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS, 630‐66th Street, Niagara Falls, New York 14304, (hereinafter “District”) and HOGHOL, 1 Symphony Circle, Buffalo, NY, 14213.
WITNESSETH:
IN CONSIDERATION OF the provisions and mutual covenants hereinafter set forth, the parties do hereby MUTUALLY AGREE as follows: 1. Engagement of Independent Contractor. The District hereby engages HOGHOL as an independent contractor to render to the District professional social and emotional student support services and HOGHOL hereby accepts such engagement, upon and subject to the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth. 2. Professional services and duties of Independent Contractor: HOGHOL shall provide and render to the District the usual and customary services of a contractor for professional services for the Summer of 2021 as part of the Sports and Enrichment Program, including: a) Culinary and life skills programming for Prep and High School students for the period July 6 – July 29, Monday – Thursday, at Niagara Falls High School; b) Working with up to 20 students per session; c) Ongoing communication with Summer Program Leadership Team. 3. Relationship Between the Parties. HOGHOL shall not be an employee of the District. HOGHOL is engaged by the District only for the purposes and to the extent set forth in this Contract and the relationship to the District during the term of this agreement shall be solely and exclusively that of the professional consultant to perform only the services herein before expressly set forth in the exclusive capacity of an independent contractor only and in no event as servant or employee. HOGHOL is to maintain all records of employment, payroll services, and to address any matters related to performance concerns. 4. Compensation to Independent Contractor. Upon receipt of a payment invoice, the District shall pay to HOGHOL for services hereunder a sum not to exceed $14,500.00 to be paid in two installments of $7,250.00 on July 15, 2019, and July 30, 2021. Payment checks payable to the order of HOGHOL shall be deemed full payment to and acquittance by HOGHOL. 5. Indemnification. To the fullest extent permitted by law, HOGHOL shall indemnify and hold harmless the District, its agents, servants, and/or employees from and against any and all costs, losses, and damages arising out of the performance of its services under this Contract excepting, however, the negligent acts or omissions of the District, it’s agents, servants and/or employees. 6. Taxes and Insurances. HOGHOL shall maintain general liability insurance in amounts acceptable to the District. All policies shall name the District as additional party insured. HOGHOL is responsible for all withholding taxes, insurance, unemployment, and Worker’s Compensation insurance as required by law. Certificates of Insurance shall be filed with District prior to the commencement of services and after each renewal date of the policies listed on the certificates. The certificates shall contain provision that coverage afforded under the policies will not be canceled until at least thirty days prior written notice is given to the District. 7. Term of Contract. This Contract shall be effective from July 1, 2021 to August 31, 2021, provided however, that either party may, at any given time, terminate this contract in all respects by giving to the other party thirty days advance written notice of its election to terminate the same. 8. Assignment: The services to be rendered by HOGHOL under this Contract are unique and personal. Accordingly, HOGHOL shall not transfer or assign and/or subcontract any of the rights or delegate any of the duties or obligations under this Contract without the prior written consent of the District and any attempted such transfer, assignment delegation and/or subcontracting without such written consent shall be void. 9. Entire Contract. This Contract contains the entire agreement of the parties and may be modified or amended only in writing duly subscribed by the parties. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement on the date and year first above written.
HOGHOL CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS
James Cancemi President, Board of Education
STATE OF NEW YORK ) ss: COUNTY OF NIAGARA )
On this ______day of June 2021, before me, the undersigned, a Notary Public in and for the State of New York, personally appeared, ______to me known or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the individual whose name is subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he/she executed the same in his capacity, and that by his/her signature on the instrument, the individual, or the person upon behalf of the individual acted, executed the instrument.
______Notary Public
STATE OF NEW YORK ) ss: COUNTY OF NIAGARA )
On this ______day of June 2021, before me, the undersigned, a Notary Public in and for the State of New York, personally appeared James Cancemi, President of the Board of Education of the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls, New York, to me known or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the individual whose name is subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he executed the same in his capacity, and that by his signature on the instrument, the individual, or the person upon behalf of the individual acted, executed the instrument.
______Notary Public
6.12 Approval of Contract Between The City School District of The City Of Niagara Falls And Melinda A. Scime, Psychologist, PLLC. for Professional Mental Health And Consultation Services For The Mental Health Services Professional Demonstration Grant Programming 7/1/2021—8/31/2021 (SG 1)
RESOLVED, That the Contract between the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls and Melinda A. Scime, Psychologist, PLLC., for professional mental health counseling and consultation services attached hereto, be and is hereby approved; and be it further RESOLVED, That the Agreement is subject to such modifications as the Superintendent and School District Attorney deem appropriate, and be it further RESOLVED, That the President of the Niagara Falls Board of Education be authorized to execute said contract; and RESOLVED, That the District Clerk be directed to obtain the signature of the President of the Board.
CONTRACT FOR MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING AND CONSULTATION SERVICES BY INDEPENDENT CONSULTANT
THIS AGREEMENT, made this 24th of June, 2021 by and between the CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS, 630 66th Street, Niagara Falls, New York 14304, the first party, and Melinda A. Scime, Psychologist, PLLC, 779 Cayuga Street, Suite D, Lewiston, NY 14092, the second party.
WITNESSETH:
IN CONSIDERATION OF the provisions and mutual covenants hereinafter set forth, the parties do hereby, MUTUALLY AGREE as follows:
1. Engagement of Second Party: The first party hereby engages the second party as an independent consultant to render to the first party professional mental health counseling and consultation services hereinafter described, and the second party hereby accepts such engagement, upon and subject to the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth.
2. Professional Services and Duties of the Second Party: The second party shall provide and render to the first party the usual and customary services of a consultant as they relate to professional mental health counseling and consultation which services shall include but not be limited to the following:
a. Individual mental health counseling services (Tier 2 and Tier 3 social/emotional interventions) based on school referral and screening by the first party and the second party pursuant to goals and objectives of the Mental Health Services Demonstration Grant at District‐wide schools.
b. Each school will receive direct support services and programming will run for throughout the summer.
c. Participation in school based S.T.A.R.T teams for appropriate individualized behavioral intervention services as needed.
d. Participation in advisory meetings.
All of these functions shall be performed in consultation with the Superintendent of Schools. This consultant should possess a thorough knowledge of mental health counseling and consultation services and practices.
3. Relationship Between the Parties: The second party shall not be an employee of the first party. The second party is engaged by the first party only for the purposes and to the extent set forth in this Agreement and the relationship to the first party during the term of this agreement shall be solely and exclusively that of the professional consultant to perform only the services hereinbefore expressly set forth in the exclusive capacity of independent consultant only and in no event as servant or employee. Except as specifically set forth herein, neither party shall have the power to control the activities and operations of the other and their status at all times will continue to be that of independent contractor.
7. Compensation to Second Party: Upon receipt of due invoice indicating duties performed, the first party shall pay to the second party for services rendered up to the invoice date, a sum not to exceed $12,000, in monthly installments of $6,000 commencing July 31, 2021 and ending on August 31, 2021, when the last installment shall be due. The second party shall submit invoices for services rendered monthly. The second party shall deem payment checks payable to the order of the second party full payment to, and acquaintance.
5. Taxes and Insurance: As an independent contractor, the second party is responsible for all withholding taxes, insurance, Worker’s Compensation and unemployment insurance. The second party as Independent Contractor shall obtain liability insurance in amounts acceptable to the first party and naming the first party, Board of Education, as additional named insured and shall file certificates evidencing such insurance with the District prior to commencing services under this Agreement.
7. Indemnification: To the fullest extent permitted by law, the second party shall indemnify and hold harmless the first party its, agents servants and/or employees from and against any and all cost, losses and damages arising out of the performance of its services under this Agreement excepting, however, the negligent acts or omissions of the first party its agents servants and/or employees.
8. Term of Contract: This contract shall be effective from July 1, 2021 through August 31, 2021, provided, however, that any party may at any given time terminate this contract in all respects by giving to the other party thirty days advance written notice of its election to terminate the same.
9. Assignment: The services to be rendered by the second party under this Agreement are unique and personal. Accordingly, the second party shall not transfer or assign any of the duties or obligations under this Agreement and any attempted such transfer, assignment or delegation shall be wholly void.
10. Entire Agreement: This Agreement contains the entire agreement of the parties and may be modified or amended only in writing duly subscribed by all of the parties.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement on the day and year first above written.
CONSULTANT CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS
______Melinda A. Scime, Ph.D. Board President
6.13 Approval of Contract For Consulting Services Between The City School District of The City of Niagara Falls And Because I Tried Enterprises, Inc. For Student Support Services for Summer Program (7‐1‐2021 ‐ 8‐1‐2021) (SG 1)
RESOLVED, That the Contract between the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls and Because I Tried Enterprises, Inc for Student Support Services for Summer Program (7‐1‐2021 ‐ 8‐1‐2021) at a sum not to exceed $17,000.00 for the period July 1, 2021 through August1, 2021, attached hereto, be hereby approved; and be it further RESOLVED, That the Contract is subject to such modifications as the Superintendent and School District Attorney deem appropriate; and be it further RESOLVED, That the President of the Niagara Falls Board of Education be authorized to execute said Contract; and RESOLVED, That the District Clerk be directed to obtain the signature of the President of the Board. CONTRACT FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES BY INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR BECAUSE I TRIED ENTERPRISES, INC
THIS AGREEMENT, made this 24th day of June 2021, by and between the CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS, 630‐66th Street, Niagara Falls, New York 14304, (hereinafter “District”) and Because I Tried Enterprises, Inc, PO Box 1278, Buffalo, NY, 14214.
WITNESSETH:
IN CONSIDERATION OF the provisions and mutual covenants hereinafter set forth, the parties do hereby MUTUALLY AGREE as follows: 1. Engagement of Independent Contractor. The District hereby engages Because I Tried Enterprises, Inc as an independent contractor to render to the District professional services regarding implementation of the Extended School Day and 21st Century Prep Grant objectives and Because I Tried Enterprises, Inc hereby accepts such engagement, upon and subject to the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth. 2. Professional services and duties of Independent Contractor: Because I Tried Enterprises, Inc shall provide and render to the District the usual and customary services of a contractor for professional services, regarding the 21st Century Prep and Extended School Day Grants for the 2021 Summer Sports and Enrichment Program, including: Basketball Camp and Student Mentoring “No Workshop, no jumpshot” program Participation max of 40 students mentoring; 60 students basketball July 6 – July 29, 2021; Monday – Thursday; Noon – 3:00pm at Niagara Falls High School Program graduation including party, certificates, and awards All of the functions will be performed by Because I Tried Enterprises, Inc and shall be coordinated with the Summer Program Director and/or District Administration. Because I Tried Enterprises, Inc. possesses a thorough knowledge of social support services as they relate to the implementation of 21st Century and Extended School Day Grant Objectives. 3. Relationship Between the Parties. Because I Tried Enterprises, Inc shall not be an employee of the District. Because I Tried Enterprises, Inc is engaged by the District only for the purposes and to the extent set forth in this Agreement and the relationship to the District during the term of this agreement shall be solely and exclusively that of the professional consultant to perform only the services herein before expressly set forth in the exclusive capacity of an independent contractor only and in no event as servant or employee. Because I Tried Enterprises, Inc is to maintain all records of employment, payroll services, and to address any matters related to performance concerns. 4. Compensation to Independent Contractor. Upon receipt of a payment invoice, the District shall pay to Because I Tried Enterprises, Inc for services hereunder a sum not to exceed $17,000.00 to be paid in two installments of $7,500.00 on July 15, 2021 and July 30, 2021. Payment checks payable to the order of Because I Tried Enterprises, Inc shall be deemed full payment to and acquittance by Because I Tried Enterprises, Inc. 5. Indemnification. To the fullest extent permitted by law, Because I Tried Enterprises, Inc shall indemnify and hold harmless the District, its agents, servants, and/or employees from and against any and all costs, losses, and damages arising out of the performance of its services under this Agreement excepting, however, the negligent acts or omissions of the District, it’s agents, servants and/or employees. 6. Taxes and Insurances. Because I Tried Enterprises, Inc shall maintain general liability insurance in amounts acceptable to the District. All policies shall name the District as additional party insured. Because I Tried Enterprises, Inc is responsible for all withholding taxes, insurance, unemployment, and Worker’s Compensation insurance as required by law. Certificates of Insurance shall be filed with District prior to the commencement of services and after each renewal date of the policies listed on the certificates. The certificates shall contain provision that coverage afforded under the policies will not be canceled until at least thirty days prior written notice is given to the District. 7. Term of Contract. This Contract shall be effective from July 1, 2021 to August 1, 2021, provided however, that either party may, at any given time, terminate this contract in all respects by giving to the other party thirty days advance written notice of its election to terminate the same. 8. Assignment: The services to be rendered by Because I Tried Enterprises, Inc under this Agreement are unique and personal. Accordingly, Because I Tried Enterprises, Inc shall not transfer or assign and/or subcontract any of the rights or delegate any of the duties or obligations under this Agreement without the prior written consent of the District and any attempted such transfer, assignment delegation and/or subcontracting without such written consent shall be void. 9. Entire Contract. This Contract contains the entire agreement of the parties and may be modified or amended only in writing duly subscribed by the parties. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Contract on the date and year first above written. BECAUSE I TRIED ENTERPRISES, INC CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS
Maurice Cox James Cancemi President President, Board of Education
STATE OF NEW YORK ) ss: COUNTY OF NIAGARA )
On this ______day of June 2021, before me, the undersigned, a Notary Public in and for the State of New York, personally appeared Maurice Cox, President of Because I Tried Enterprises, Inc, to me known or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the individual whose name is subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he executed the same in his capacity, and that by his signature on the instrument, the individual, or the person upon behalf of the individual acted, executed the instrument
______NOTARY PUBLIC
STATE OF NEW YORK ) ss: COUNTY OF NIAGARA )
On this ______day of June 2021, before me, the undersigned, a Notary Public in and for the State of New York, personally appeared James Cancemi, President of the Board of Education of the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls, New York, to me known or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the individual whose name is subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he executed the same in his capacity, and that by his signature on the instrument, the individual, or the person upon behalf of the individual acted, executed the instrument.
______NOTARY PUBLIc
6.14 Approval of Contract For Professional Consultant Services By Independent Contractor Between the City School District of The City of Niagara Falls, New York and Niagara County Community College (7‐1‐2021 Through 6‐30‐2022) (SG 1)
RESOLVED, That the Board of Education hereby approves the attached Contract between the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls and Niagara County Community College for PTECH programming for the 2021/22 School Year and Summer Camp 2021; and further RESOLVED, That the Agreement is subject to such modifications as the Superintendent and School District Attorney deem appropriate, and be it further RESOLVED, That the President of the Niagara Falls Board of Education be authorized to execute said contract; and RESOLVED, That the District Clerk be directed to obtain the signature of the President of the Board.
CONTRACT FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES BY INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR NIAGARA UNIVERSITY
THIS AGREEMENT, made this 24th day of June 2021, by and between the CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS, 630‐66th Street, Niagara Falls, New York 14304, (hereinafter “District”) and NIAGARA COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE, 3111 Saunders Settlement Road, Sanborn, New York 14132, (hereinafter “NCCC”).
WITNESSETH:
IN CONSIDERATION OF the provisions and mutual covenants hereinafter set forth, the parties do hereby MUTUALLY AGREE as follows: 1. Engagement of NCCC. The District hereby engages NCCC as an independent contractor to render to the District professional services regarding implementation of the PTECH Programming for the 2021/22 School Year and Summer Camp for students rising into grade 9, and NCCC hereby accepts such engagement, upon and subject to the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth. 2. Professional services and duties of NCCC: NCCC shall provide and render to the District the usual and customary services of a contractor for professional services, regarding the 2021/22 PTECH Program: a) Preparation and mentorship of staff for academic course offerings during the summer of 2021 which will include college bearing credit and advisory for support services offered by Niagara County Community College staff. b) A supervised summer camp experience for rising 9th grade students during the month of July 2021, on dates to be mutually agreed upon, where students will be given the opportunity to participate in algebraic academic support and engineering activities; c) Mentorship of students and speaker series for students between July 2021 and August 2021, on dates to be mutually agreed upon; All of the functions will be performed by the party of NCCC or its subcontractor approved by the District and shall be coordinated through the Administrator for Curriculum and Instruction of the District. NCCC and\or its subcontractor shall possess a thorough knowledge of Mechanical Technology course offerings as they relate to the curriculum development, mentorship and the ability to meet with and provide staff development to teachers. 3. Relationship Between the Parties. NCCC shall not be an employee of the District. NCCC is engaged by the District only for the purposes and to the extent set forth in this Agreement and the relationship to the District during the term of this agreement shall be solely and exclusively that of the professional consultant to perform only the services herein before expressly set forth in the exclusive capacity of an independent contractor only and in no event as servant or employee. NCCC is to maintain all records of employment, payroll services, and to address any matters related to performance concerns 4. Compensation to NCCC. Upon receipt of a payment invoice, the District shall pay to the College for its services hereunder a sum not to exceed $25,016.00, in three installments, two in the amount of $8,338.67 and one in the amount of 8,338.66, all payable to the order of Niagara County Community College on October 1, 2021, February 1, 2022, and June 1, 2022. Invoices shall be submitted by NCCC on the dates herein stated. NCCC shall deem payment checks payable to the order of Niagara County Community College full payment to, and acquittance. Upon receipt of a payment invoice, the District shall pay to NCCC for its services hereunder a sum not to exceed $25,016.00. Payment checks payable to the order of Niagara County Community College in 3 installments on October 1st, 2021, February 1st 2022, and June 1st, 2022. 5. Indemnification. To the fullest extent permitted by law, NCCC shall indemnify and hold harmless the District, its agents, servants, and/or employees from and against any and all costs, losses, and damages arising out of the performance of its services under this Agreement excepting, however, the negligent acts or omissions of the District, it’s agents, servants and/or employees. 6. Taxes and Insurances. NCCC and/or its subcontractor shall maintain general liability insurance in amounts acceptable to the District. All policies shall name the District as additional party insured. NCCC and/or its subcontractor are responsible for all withholding taxes, insurance, unemployment, and Worker’s Compensation insurance as required by law. Certificates of insurance shall be filed with District prior to the commencement of services and after each renewal date of the policies listed on the certificates. The certificates shall contain provision that coverage afforded under the policies will not be canceled until at least thirty days prior written notice is given to the District. 6. Term of Contract. This contract shall be effective from July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2022, provided however, that either party may at any given time terminate this contract in all respects by giving to the other party thirty days advance written notice of its election to terminate the same. 7. Assignment: The services to be rendered by NCCC under this Agreement are unique and personal. Accordingly, NCCC party shall not transfer or assign and/or subcontract any of the rights or delegate any of the duties or obligations under this Agreement without the prior written consent of the District and any attempted such transfer, assignment delegation and/or subcontracting without such written consent shall be void. 8. Entire Agreement. This Agreement contains the entire agreement of the parties and may be modified or amended only in writing duly subscribed by the parties. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement on the date and year first above written. NIAGARA COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS
President, Board of Education
6.15 Approval of Contract Between The City School District of The City of Niagara Falls And The Research Foundation For The State University of New York on Behalf of The University At Buffalo, for Professional Consultant Services for Staff Trainings Through the Mental Health Services Professional Demonstration Grant (7‐1‐2021 – 6‐30‐22) (SG 1) RESOLVED, That the Board of Education hereby approves the attached Contract between the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls and the Research Foundation of the State University of New York at Buffalo through the Institute on Trauma and Trauma Informed Care for it to provide the consultation services, trainings, and classroom‐based coaching for a not to exceed agreed upon fee of $60,000.00; and further RESOLVED, That the Agreement is subject to such modifications as the Superintendent and School District Attorney deem appropriate, and be it further RESOLVED, That the President of the Niagara Falls Board of Education be authorized to execute said contract; and RESOLVED, That the District Clerk be directed to obtain the signature of the President of the Board. CONTRACT FOR PROFESSIONAL
SERVICES BY INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR THE RESEARCH FOUNDATION FOR SUNY on behalf of the UNIVERSITY AT BUFFALO
THIS AGREEMENT, made this 24th day of June 2021, by and between the CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS, 630‐66th Street, Niagara Falls, New York 14304, (hereinafter “District”) and the RESEARCH FOUNDATION FOR SUNY on behalf of the UNIVERSITY AT BUFFALO with a principal office located at 35 State Street, Albany, NY 12207 and with a place of business at UB Commons, Suite 211, 520 Lee Entrance, Amherst, NY 14228‐2567 (“University”),
WITNESSETH:
IN CONSIDERATION OF the provisions and mutual covenants hereinafter set forth, the parties do hereby MUTUALLY AGREE as follows: 1. Engagement of Foundation. The District hereby engages the Foundation as an independent contractor to render to the District professional consulting services relating to trauma and trauma‐informed care for the 2021/22 School Year, and the Foundation hereby accepts such engagement, upon and subject to the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth. 2. Professional services and duties of the Foundation: The University shall provide and render to the District the usual and customary services of a contractor for professional services with the Institute on Trauma and Trauma‐Informed Care (hereinafter referred to as “Services”): a) Consultation with school staff members on trauma and trauma‐informed care b) Trainings on trauma and trauma‐informed care c) Site visits to schools and classroom‐based coaching during the 2021‐2022 school year on dates to be mutually agreed upon; All of the functions will be performed by the party of the Foundation or its subcontractor approved by the District and shall be coordinated through the Administrator for Curriculum and Instruction of the District. The Foundation and\or its subcontractor shall possess a thorough knowledge of trauma and trauma‐informed care as it relates to the implementation of this research‐based model, the ability to meet with and provide staff development to all teachers and administrators, and the ability to express ideas clearly and write reports effectively. 3. Relationship Between the Parties. The Foundation shall not be an employee of the District. The Foundation is engaged by the District only for the purposes and to the extent set forth in this Agreement and the relationship to the District during the term of this agreement shall be solely and exclusively that of the professional consultant to perform only the services herein before expressly set forth in the exclusive capacity of an independent contractor only and in no event as servant or employee. The Foundation is to maintain all records of employment, payroll services, and to address any matters related to performance concerns 4. Compensation to Foundation. Upon receipt of a payment invoice, the District shall pay to the Foundation for its services hereunder a sum not to exceed $60,000.00, in three equal fixed installments, each in the amount of $15,000 payable to the order of the Foundation on October 1, 2021, January 30, 2022, and March 30, 2022. A final invoice for actual expenses incurred during the final quarter ending June 30, 2022 up to $15,000 maximum will be submitted by July 31, 2022. Invoices shall be submitted by the Foundation on the dates herein stated to the District at the following address: 630‐66th Street, Niagara Falls, New York 14304. The Foundation shall deem payment checks payable to the order of the Foundation full payment to, and acquittance. The Foundation will allocate funds in general accordance with the budget submitted to the District. Foundation may deviate from the budget consistent with Service needs to complete the scope of work outlined in Article 2 above, provided that any budget deviations do not increase the total dollar amount to be paid by District, unless agreed in writing by the parties. Any pre‐paid, unearned funds will be returned to the District. 5. Indemnification. To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Foundation shall indemnify and hold harmless the District, its agents, servants, and/or employees from and against any and all costs, losses, and damages arising out of the performance of its services under this Agreement excepting, however, the negligent acts or omissions of the District, it’s agents, servants and/or employees. 6. Taxes and Insurances. The Foundation and/or its subcontractor shall maintain general liability insurance in amounts acceptable to the District. All policies shall name the District as additional party insured. The Foundation and/or its subcontractor are responsible for all withholding taxes, insurance, unemployment, and Worker’s Compensation insurance as required by law. Certificates of insurance shall be filed with District prior to the commencement of services and after each renewal date of the policies listed on the certificates. The certificates shall contain provision that coverage afforded under the policies will not be canceled until at least thirty days prior written notice is given to the District. 6. Term of Contract. This Contract shall be effective from July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2022, provided however, that either party may at any given time terminate this Contract in all respects by giving to the other party thirty days advance written notice of its election to terminate the same. 7. Assignment: The services to be rendered by the Foundation under this Contract are unique and personal. Accordingly, the Foundation party shall not transfer or assign and/or subcontract any of the rights or delegate any of the duties or obligations under this Contract without the prior written consent of the District and any attempted such transfer, assignment delegation and/or subcontracting without such written consent shall be void. 8. No Warranties: Foundation makes no warranties, expressed or implied, as to any matter whatsoever, including without limitation the condition or performance of the Services, Service results, deliverables, work product, or any inventions, intellectual property, or products, whether tangible or intangible, conceived, discovered, reduced to practice, or developed under this agreement, or the ownership, merchantability, fitness for any particular purpose, or non‐infringement of the Services, Service results, deliverables, work product, inventions, intellectual property, or product. Foundation will not be liable for any direct, indirect, consequential, special or other damages suffered by the District or any other parties resulting from the use or misuse of the Service results, deliverables, work product, inventions, intellectual property, or any product or service derived therefrom.
9. Entire Agreement. This Contract contains the entire agreement of the parties and may be modified or amended only in writing duly subscribed by the parties. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Contract on the date and year first above written.
THE RESEARCH FOUNDATION FOR THE STATE UNIVERSITY CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE OF NEW YORK CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS
Bradley Bermudez, Asst. Director for Contracts President, Board of Education
Items 6.16 and 6.17 approved on a motion by Russell Petrozzi, second by Rob Bilson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn 6.16 Amendment to the Agreement Between Summit Center, Inc. and the City of Niagara Falls City School District (SG 1) RESOLVED, That the Contract for Professional Services between the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls, attached hereto be and is hereby approved; and be it further RESOLVED, That the Contract is subject to such modifications as the Superintendent and School District Attorney deem appropriate; and be it further RESOLVED, That the President of the Niagara Falls Board of Education be authorized to execute said Agreement; and RESOLVED, That the District Clerk be directed to obtain the signature of the President of the Board. AGREEMENT FOR INSTRUCTION OF CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES
THIS AGREEMENT, made this ____ day of July, 2021, by and between the BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS, 630 – 66th Street, Niagara Falls, New York, party of the first part, herein called the School District, and THE SUMMIT CENTER, INC. 150 Stahl Road, Getzville, New York, party of the second part, herein called the School.
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS, The School District is responsible for the education of children with disabilities as provided by Article 89 of the Education Law of the State of New York (as enacted by Chapter 853 of the Laws of 1976), and
WHEREAS, the School District is authorized and empowered to contract for the education of children with disabilities in private schools which have been approved by the Commissioner of Education of the State of New York, in accordance with the provisions of Article 89 of the Education Law, and
WHEREAS, the School has warranted and represented to the School District that it is located within and incorporated in and under the laws of the State of New York and is approved by the Commissioner of Education of the State of New York and is fully qualified and competent to provide adequate instruction to children with disabilities in accordance with the provisions of Article 89 of the Education Law, and
WHEREAS, the Board of Education of the School District and the governing board or body of the School have each, by resolution duly adopted, authorized and approved the execution of the contract,
NOW, THEREFORE, in accordance with and subject to the provisions of Article 89 of the Education Law of the State of New York, the parties do hereby mutually agree as follows:
1. During the 2021‐2022 school year, commencing on or about July 1, 2021, and ending on or about June 30, 2022, the School will provide adequate and sufficient education and instruction for all children with disabilities who are specifically assigned to the School by written direction of the Superintendent of Schools of the School District. The education and instruction of each such child in all respects and at all times be subject to the control, supervision, and approval of said Superintendent of Schools, who shall have the right to terminate the attendance of any child at the School at any time when he/she considers such action to be in the best interests of such child or the School District. Any action of said Superintendent of Schools herein mentioned may be taken by his/her duly authorized representative.
2. The School shall promptly furnish to said Superintendent of Schools any and all reports and data which he/she may request concerning the education and educational progress of these children such as:
a. Maintenance of evaluation, progress and discharge reports, therapy attendance records, daily session notes, quarterly progress notes as may be deemed appropriate
b. Must permit Medicaid audits, that the agency maintains required records, and that the agency makes those records available in the event of an audit.
3. In full payment for the services rendered by the School as above provided, the School District will pay to the School at a rate to be determined by the State Education Department for the education and instruction of the children so assigned to and enrolled at the School for the entire 2021‐2022 school year; in the event a child does not remain enrolled at the School for the entire school year, the payment for such child shall be in accordance with the regulations of the Commissioner of Education of the State of New York. The School shall submit to the School District at the end of each calendar month or other period approved by said Superintendent of Schools a voucher listing the name of each such child who was in actual attendance at the School during the period covered by such voucher, the dates of such attendance and the amount payable as herein provided for each such child. Payment will be promptly made by the School District upon the audit and approval of such voucher in the regular course of business.
3‐A. In addition to the services hereinbefore provided for, upon the request of the School District the School will, during the months of July and August, 2021, provide additional adequate and sufficient education and instruction for children with disabilities of the School District for whom twelve‐month programming shall be required or prescribed by the Superintendent of Schools, the Committee on Special Education or other authorized agent or agency of the School District. Such additional services shall be rendered by the School in conformity with and subject to the foregoing provisions of Paragraphs 1 and 2 of this agreement. Payment for such additional services furnished by the School under this Paragraph 3‐A shall be made by the School District at such times and in such manner and amount as shall be determined by the Education Department of the State of New York.
4. The School and the School District shall hold harmless and indemnify each other from and against any and all costs, losses and damages arising out of services performed pursuant to this Agreement.
5. The School shall maintain general liability insurance in amount(s) acceptable to the School District. All policies shall name the School District as additional party insured. Certificates of insurance shall be filed with the School District prior to the commencement of any activities under this Agreement
6. This agreement shall commence July 1, 2021 and terminate June 30, 2022. The School District may sooner terminate this Agreement upon Thirty (30) Day written to The Summit Center, Inc. of its intention to terminate.
7. This Agreement shall in all respects be subject to all applicable laws, statutes, and regulations and shall be specifically subject to the approval of the Commissioner of Education of the State of New York and such other officials or agencies of the State of New York as may be required by law.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement on the day and year first above written.
(SEAL) BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS
Attest: By: Board of Education President Clerk (SEAL) THE SUMMIT CENTER. INC Attest: By: PRESIDENT
Items 6.17 and 6.18 6.17 Approval of Appointment of Judith M. Glaser as District Clerk for The City School District of The City of Niagara Falls and Approval of Contract Containing the Terms, Conditions, and Benefits of Her Employment as School District Clerk – July 1, 2021 – June 30, 2022 (SG 4) RESOLVED, That the Board hereby appoints Judith M. Glaser School District Clerk for the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls, effective July 1, 2021 and to continue through June 30, 2022, in accordance with all laws and regulations applicable to such appointment; and further RESOLVED, That the Board of Education hereby approves the attached Contract between the City School district of the City of Niagara Falls, and Judith M. Glaser, containing the terms, conditions and benefits of her employment as School District Clerk, effective July 1, 2021 and to continue through June 30, 2022, in accordance with all laws and regulations pertaining to such appointment; and further RESOLVED, That the Contract is subject to such modifications as the Superintendent and School District Attorney deem appropriate, and be it further RESOLVED, That the President of the Board of Education be and he is authorized to execute said Contract; and RESOLVED, That the District Clerk is directed to obtain the signature of the President of the Board. CONTRACT . THIS CONTRACT made this 24th day of June 2021 by and between the BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS, NEW YORK, (herein referred to as the "Board"), and JUDITH M. GLASER party of the second part (herein called the “School District Clerk” or “District Clerk”.) WITNESSETH: WHEREAS, the Board of Education did on the 2 day of July 2020 appoint Judith Glaser the School District Clerk of the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls, effective July 2, 2020 through June 30, 2021; and WHEREAS, Judith Glaser accepted the appointment and offer of employment as School District Clerk for the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls for the period July 2, 2020 through June 30, 3021 , in accordance with all laws regulations and policies and the terms and conditions of this Contract; and WHEREAS, the Board of Education now wishes to appoint Judith Glaser the School District Clerk of the City of Niagara Falls, effective July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022; and WHEREAS, the Board and School District Clerk have mutually agreed upon the terms and conditions relative to the School District Clerk’s employment by the District.; NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the p r e m i s e s a n d o f t h e m u t u a l c o v e n a n t s hereinafter set forth, the parties DO HEREBY MUTUALLY AGREE as follows: 1. The Board continues the appointment of Judith M. Glaser, School District Clerk of the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls, effective July 1, 2021 and to continue through June 30, 2022 or until such earlier termination by reason of (i) her resignation with sixty (60) days written notice given to the Board; (ii) her retirement; (iii) her death; (iv) recommendation of the Superintendent to terminate upon sixty (60) days written notice and approval of the Board; or (v) at will of the Board for any reason, upon giving sixty (60) days written notice, .and the School District Clerk d o e s hereby accept such appointment, pursuant and subject to all provisions of law pertaining to such employment, including but not limited to provisions of the Education Law of the State of New York, and the terms and conditions of this Contract. .
2. The School District Clerk does hereby covenant and agrees that she shall faithfully execute and discharge the powers and duties of the said office of School District Clerk of the School District of the City of Niagara Falls, and to also serve as Clerk to the Board as prescribed by law, including but not limited to those powers and duties as contained in Schedule "A" attached hereto and made a part hereof, and that s he shall well and faithfully perform and discharge all duties and responsibilities duly and lawfully imposed upon and entrusted to her in that position and capacity by direction of the Superintendent and the Board of Education as provided by law, and shall devote her full time and efforts thereto in accordance with the provisions of this Contract. 3. The Board does hereby covenant and agree that during the period of her employment, the School District Clerk of the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls, will have and be entitled to all of the rights, privileges, prerogatives, powers and incidents pertaining to the said position of School District Clerk of the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls, as prescribed by the laws and regulations of the State of New York as the same now provide or shall hereafter be amended to provide; provided, however, that it is expressly understood and agreed that the School District Clerk shall be appointed annually in accordance with the law and that the Board may at any time act on its own accord or on the recommendation of the Superintendent to terminate her employment upon sixty (60) days written notice to the School District Clerk in accordance with all provisions of laws and terminate this Contract in all respects. 4. The School District Clerk covenants and agrees that she shall comply with all laws, regulations, and policies of the United States, State of New York and the Board including but not limited to compliance with the Residency Policy of the Board, requiring her domicile to be in the City of Niagara Falls, New York. The S c h o o l District Clerk agrees that her failure to comply with all such laws regulations and policies including but not limited to the Board's Residency Policy shall be cause for her termination of employment. 5. The Board shall pay and provide to the School District Clerk at the times and in the manner provided under its customary payroll practices, a salary and additional related employment benefits all described in "Schedule B " annexed hereto and made a part hereof.
6. This Agreement and the Schedules attached hereto a s t o t h e School District Clerk’s duties, salary, and benefits constitute and contain all p r o v i s i o n s as approved by the Board and may not be modified or amended e x c e p t by a writing duly made and subscribed b y the Board and the School District Clerk. IN WITNESS WHEREOF the parties have hereunto subscribed this Agreement on the day and year first above written.
Seal BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS
By______President ______Judith M. Glaser
Items 6.18 and 6.19 approved on a motion by Russell Petrozzi, second by Paul Kudela. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn 6.18 Approval of Contract Approval of Agreement with Erie 1 BOCES to Furnish High Speed Network Printer Services ‐ Instructional (SG 3) RESOLVED, The Board of Education of the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls hereby agrees to enter into the attached contract with the Erie 1 BOCES for a five‐year period commencing on or about July 5, 2017 to authorize the Western New York Regional Information Center to furnish high speed network printer services to the District pursuant to Education Law 1950 (4) (JJ) for a principal amount not to exceed $28,800.00. The IPA will require the District and Erie 1 BOCES to adhere to a 60‐month payment schedule of $480.00 per month for a total not to exceed $28,800.00; further be it RESOLVED, That the IPA will be financed through BOCES. However, the District is obligated for the entire contractual amount immediately, regardless of the length of financing to be financed through the Erie 1 BOCES for a term of five years which financing is hereby approved; and further be it RESOLVED, That the Agreement with BOCES to purchase the computer services be approved; and RESOLVED, That the President of the Niagara Falls Board of Education be authorized to execute said contract; and RESOLVED, That the District Clerk be directed to obtain the signature of the President of the Board. THE UNIVERSITY OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK The State Education Department Bureau of School District Organization CONTRACT FOR COOPERATIVE EDUCATIONAL SERVICES
Date: _July 5, 2017______SCHOOL YEARS: 2017‐2022
BEDS Code: 124869
The Board of Education of the Niagara Falls City School District desires to enter into a five (5) year contract with the Erie 1 BOCES in order for the Western New York Regional Information Center to furnish certain computer services listed on project number MPN# 406‐01‐18 to the District pursuant to Education Law 1950 (4) (JJ) and both parties are in agreement on the following:
1. Computer services to be rendered through Erie 1 BOCES will require the purchase of hardware by Erie 1 BOCES. 2. Erie 1 BOCES will finance this service agreement through an installment purchase agreement (IPA) to fund the purchase of equipment and software necessary to deliver the computer services. The IPA will require Erie 1 BOCES to adhere to a sixty (60) month payment schedule of approximately $480.00 per month for a total not to exceed $28,800.00. 3. The Niagara Falls City School District hereby agrees to pay a total IPA cost not to exceed $28,800.00 to the Erie 1 BOCES. The district further acknowledges its responsibility to make each and every one of the sixty (60) payments of $480.00 under the terms of the IPA to Erie 1 BOCES to cover principal and interest. 4. The Niagara Falls City School District shall have all rights and remedies in law and equity for damages and/or enforcement of the IPA resulting from the failure of the Vendor to comply with the terms and conditions of the IPA and/or failure of the product to perform as represented by the Vendor and/or enforcement of any Warranty, and that such rights and/or remedies to be exercised in conjunction with Erie 1 BOCES or independently by the Niagara Falls City School District. Notwithstanding the existence or exercise of such rights by the Niagara Falls City School District, it shall remain obligated to pay the total IPA cost not to exceed $28,800.00 to Erie 1 BOCES. 5. Erie 1 BOCES shall include the following statement in all purchase orders issued by it for items purchased pursuant to this IPA: “The Niagara Falls City School District shall have, to the same extent as such rights are possessed by Erie 1 BOCES, all rights and remedies against the vendor for failure of the product to perform as represented by the Vendor and/or for the enforcement of any Warranty, and that such rights and/or remedies to be exercised in conjunction with Erie 1 BOCES or independently by the Niagara Falls City School District.” 6. In the event that Niagara Falls City School District desires to prepay the outstanding balance prior to the completion of the term of this agreement, any applicable penalties and/or interest charges accruing to Erie 1 BOCES under the terms of the IPA will also be a liability to the School District. 7. In the event that the School District terminates the service, or returns the equipment prior to the completion of the term of the agreement, all unpaid balances, including but not limited to applicable principal, interest and penalties shall be paid to Erie 1 BOCES. Interest and unpaid principal will be paid within 30 days of written notification to the district by Erie 1 BOCES. 8. The hardware and software acquired under terms of the IPA are the property of Erie 1 BOCES. Upon final payment of the IPA, the District shall, at no additional cost, have continued use of the equipment for as long as the District subscribes to the service, through the Western New York Regional Information Center. At the conclusion of the service, or if the equipment is being replaced, but no sooner than five years from the date of original purchase by Erie 1 BOCES through the IPA, the district may purchase the equipment from Erie 1 BOCES at fair market value in accordance with board policy 9. It is further agreed that the district will pay all Erie 1 BOCES invoices in full and within 30 days of the invoice date. Appropriate credits and/or charges for any given billing period will be applied to the subsequent month’s invoice.
In witness whereof, the parties have set their hands the day and year written.
For: Erie 1 BOCES
______Signature of President or BOCES Clerk Date
For: Niagara Falls City School District
______Signature of President or District Clerk Date
6.19 Approval of Contract Approval of Agreement with Erie 1 BOCES to Furnish High Speed Network Printer Services – 3 Year IPA (SG 3)
RESOLVED, The Board of Education of the City School District of the City of Niagara Falls hereby agrees to enter into the attached contract with the Erie 1 BOCES for a three‐year period commencing on or about July 1, 2021 to authorize the Western New York Regional Information Center to furnish high speed network printer services to the District pursuant to Education Law 1950 (4) (JJ) for a principal amount not to exceed $18,225.36. The IPA will require the District and Erie 1 BOCES to adhere to a 36‐month payment schedule of $506.22 per month for a total not to exceed $18,225.36 further be it RESOLVED, That the IPA will be financed through BOCES. However, the District is obligated for the entire contractual amount immediately, regardless of the length of financing to be financed through the Erie 1 BOCES for a term of three years which financing is hereby approved; and further be it RESOLVED, That the Agreement with BOCES to purchase the computer services be approved; and RESOLVED, That the President of the Niagara Falls Board of Education be authorized to execute said contract; and RESOLVED, That the District Clerk be directed to obtain the signature of the President of the Board.
THE UNIVERSITY OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK The State Education Department Bureau of School District Organization CONTRACT FOR COOPERATIVE EDUCATIONAL SERVICES
Date: July 1, 2021 SCHOOL YEARS: 2021‐2024
BEDS Code: 400800
The Board of Education of the City School District Of The City of Niagara Falls desires to enter into a three–year contract with the Erie 1 BOCES in order for the Western New York Regional Information Center to furnish certain computer services listed on project number MPN #406‐03‐22 to the District pursuant to Education Law 1950 (4) (JJ) and both parties are in agreement on the following:
1. Computer services to be rendered through Erie 1 BOCES will require the purchase of hardware by Erie 1 BOCES.
2. Erie 1 BOCES will finance this service agreement through an installment purchase agreement (IPA) to fund the purchase of equipment and software necessary to deliver the computer services. The IPA will require Erie 1 BOCES to adhere to a 36 – month payment schedule of approximately $506.26 per month for a total not to exceed $18,225.36.
3. The City School District Of The City of Niagara Falls hereby agrees to pay a total IPA cost not to exceed $18,225.36 to the Erie 1 BOCES. The district further acknowledges its responsibility to make each and every one of the 36 monthly payments under the terms of the IPA to Erie 1 BOCES to cover principal and interest.
4. The City School District Of The City of Niagara Falls shall have all rights and remedies in law and equity for damages and/or enforcement of the IPA resulting from the failure of the Vendor to comply with the terms and conditions of the IPA and/or failure of the product to perform as represented by the Vendor and/or enforcement of any Warranty, and that such rights and/or remedies to be exercised in conjunction with Erie 1 BOCES or independently by the City School District Of The City of Niagara Falls. Notwithstanding the existence or exercise of such rights by the City School District of The City of Niagara Falls, it shall remain obligated to pay the total IPA cost not to exceed $18,225.36 to Erie 1 BOCES.
5. Erie 1 BOCES shall include the following statement in all purchase orders issued by it for items purchased pursuant to this IPA:
“The City School District of The City of Niagara Falls shall have, to the same extent as such rights are possessed by Erie 1 BOCES, all rights and remedies against the vendor for failure of the product to perform as represented by the Vendor and/or for the enforcement of any Warranty, and that such rights and/or remedies to be exercised in conjunction with Erie 1 BOCES or independently by the City School District Of The City of Niagara Falls”.
6. In the event that the City School District Of The City of Niagara Falls desires to prepay the outstanding balance prior to the completion of the term of this agreement, any applicable penalties and/or interest charges accruing to Erie 1 BOCES under the terms of the IPA will also be a liability to the School District.
7. In the event that the School District terminates the service or returns the equipment prior to the completion of the term of the agreement, all unpaid balances, including but not limited to applicable principal, interest and penalties shall be paid to Erie 1 BOCES. Interest and unpaid principal will be paid within 30 days of written notification to the district by Erie 1 BOCES.
8. The hardware and software acquired under terms of the IPA are the property of Erie 1 BOCES. Upon final payment of the IPA, the District shall, at no additional cost, have continued use of the equipment for as long as the District subscribes to the service, through the Western New York Regional Information Center. At the conclusion of the service, or if the equipment is being replaced, but no sooner than three years from the date of original purchase by Erie 1 BOCES through the IPA, the district may purchase the equipment from Erie 1 BOCES at fair market value in accordance with board policy.
9. It is further agreed that the district will pay all Erie 1 BOCES invoices in full and within 30 days of the invoice date. Appropriate credits and/or charges for any given billing period will be applied to the subsequent month’s invoice.
In witness whereof, the parties have set their hands the day and year written.
For: Erie 1 BOCES
______Signature of President or BOCES Clerk Date
For: Niagara Falls City School District
______Signature of President or District Clerk Date
Items 6.20 through 6.26 approved on a motion by Anthony F Paretto, second by Clara Dunn. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Ronald J Barstys, Earl F Bass, Anthony F Paretto, Russell Petrozzi, Nicholas Vilardo, Paul Kudela, Rob Bilson, Clara Dunn
6.20 Approval of Change Order No. 106‐008 For Scrufari Construction Co., LLC For General Construction Work On The Stewardship Capital Projects – District‐Wide Reconstruction Phase II (SG 3) RESOLVED, That the Board of Education hereby approves Change Order No. 106‐008 consisting of PCI 007, PCI 059, PCI 080, PCI 091, PCI 102, PCI 121, PCI 128, PCI 142, PCI 146 and PCI 148 for $24,262.24 to Scrufari Construction Co, LLC, 3925 Hyde Park Blvd, Niagara Falls, NY 14305; and RESOLVED, That the President of the Board be authorized to execute the construction change order on behalf of the District; and RESOLVED, That the District Clerk be directed to obtain the signature of the President of the Board.
6.21 Approval of Payment No. 14 to Scrufari Construction Co, LLC. for General Contractor Work, Contract #106, for The Stewardship Capital Project (SG 3) RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approves the payment of $37,438.11 to Scrufari Construction Co LLC, 3925 Hyde Park Blvd Niagara Falls, NY 14305 in accordance with the Application and Certificate for Payment #14; and further RESOLVED, That the appropriation be expended from the Capital Fund and submitted as a claim for State Aid reimbursement according to the State formula for school buildings. 6.22 Approval of Payment No. 14 to Johnson Controls Inc. for Temperature Control Work, Contract #111, for The Stewardship Capital Project (SG 3) RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approves the payment of $9,676.00 to Johnson Controls Inc. 130 John Muir Drive, Suite 100 Amherst, NY 14228 in accordance with the Application and Certificate for Payment #14; and further RESOLVED, That the appropriation be expended from the Capital Fund and submitted as a claim for State Aid reimbursement according to the State formula for school buildings 6.23 Approval of Payment No. 3 to Camco General Contracting Inc. for General Contractor Work, Contract #112, For The Reconstruction of The Maintenance Garage (SG 3) RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approves the payment of $29,275.20 to CamCo General Contracting Inc., 10994 Tinkham Rd Darien, NY 14040 in accordance with the Application and Certificate for Payment #3; and further RESOLVED, That the appropriation be expended from the General Fund and submitted as a claim for reimbursement through the School District’s insurance company, NYSIR. 6.24 Approval of Payment No. 3 to MLP Plumbing & Mechanical Inc. for Plumbing Work, Contract #113, For The Reconstruction of The Maintenance Garage (SG 3) RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approves the payment of $43,744.40 to MLP Plumbing & Mechanical Inc, 3198 Union Rd. Cheektowaga, NY 14227 in accordance with the Application and Certificate for Payment #3; and further RESOLVED, That the appropriation be expended from the General Fund and submitted as a claim for reimbursement through the School District’s insurance company, NYSIR. 6.25 Approval of Payment No. 3 to Mollenberg‐Betz, Inc. for Mechanical / HVAC Work, Contract #114, For The Reconstruction Of The Maintenance Garage (SG 3) RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approves the payment of $81,460.00 to Mollenberg‐Betz Inc., 300 Scott St. Buffalo, NY 14201 in accordance with the Application and Certificate for Payment #3; and further RESOLVED, That the appropriation be expended from the General Fund and submitted as a claim for reimbursement through the School District’s insurance company, NYSIR. 6.26 Approval of Payment No. 3 to Ferguson Electric Construction Co., Inc. for Electrical Work, Contract #115, For The Reconstruction of The Maintenance Garage (SG 3) RESOLVED, That the Board of Education approves the payment of $22,950.00 to Ferguson Electric Co., Inc. 333 Ellicott St. Buffalo, NY 14203 in accordance with the Application and Certificate for Payment #3; and further RESOLVED, That the appropriation be expended from the General Fund and submitted as a claim for reimbursement through the School District’s insurance company, NYSIR. 7. Review of the Proposed Policy(ies)
7.01 None
8. Information and Reports
8.01 Superintendent's Report 1. Graduation takes place at 2 p.m. on the Wolverine football field Saturday; the Board received instructions to attend. About 435 of 450 Seniors will graduate. 2. Information Technology Department is still collecting mifis and laptops; there are 1200 to 1400 more to collect. 3. COVID stats: The District had second lowest rate in County. NFCSD: 3.86% 116 staff; 245 students. Total 374 4. Anne Dafchick of Clark Patterson Lee are acting as acoustical consultants in this building. 5. Please find ballot form for members of the renaming committee; return to Mrs. Glaser by July 1.. 6. Electric vehicle charging stations – looking into it at administration building and NFHS. 7. A summer meeting was proposed for July 29 to address personnel and bids. 8. The District has achieved a Bond rating of A stable. 9. The NFHS Wrestling Team had an 11‐0 record. In normal times, the whole team would have been at State’s. The Coach is Josh Eagen. 10. Presented Dyer nomination packet to Russ Petrozzi. 11. Congratulations to Joe Giarrizzo on his retirement; an honest gentleman and aspirational figure. Congratulations to Mrs. Holody and Mrs. Jacklin. Mr. G expressed his thanks and thoughts. 8.02 Board Members Report and Comments Mr. Bass: Congratulated Mr. Giarrizzo; thanked staff for a successful year Mr. Kudela: Congratulated Mr. Giarrizzo; congratulated graduates Mrs. Dunn: Related that Mr. Kudela was the keynote speaker at Maple Avenue Move Up Day; he did a nice job. Congratulated Mr. Giarrizzo. Mr. Paretto: Congratulated Mr. Giarrizzo. Mr. Vilardo: Congratulated Mr. Giarrizzo, Mrs. Holdy and Mrs. Jacklin, as well as the Golden Apple honorees and scholarship recipients. Mr. Bilson: echoed Mr. Vilardo’s sentiments. Mr. Petrozzi: echoed Mr. Vilardo’s sentiments; thanked all who participated in the Dyer nomination process. Dr. Barstys: echoed Mr. Vilardo’s sentiments. Dr. Barstys announced that this evening’s will be his last Board meeting, as he will be resigning tomorrow. It has been a pleasure to serve this phenomenal district.
9. Advanced Planning
9.01 Future Agenda Items 9.02 Future Meeting Dates
Reorganization Meeting Regular Meeting Regular Meting Thursday, July 1 Thursday, July 1 July 29, 2021 5 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 7 p.m.
10. Adjournment
In memory of: Salvatore Marino, brother of NFHS, LaSalle Prep and GJ Speech Therapist Bernadette Bolan. William Michael Tompkins, nephew of Abate Principal Lynne Tompkins and City Councilmember Kenny Tompkins. Vince Anello, former Mayor. Dr. Robert Bennett, father of NFHS student Lyria Bennett. Stephen Paul Bucelata, former teacher. 10.01 Meeting Adjourned
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